2006-12-30 10:38:30 · 12 answers · asked by carlareasoner@verizon.net 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Adolescent
I think at this point it's not so much about your legal responsibilites as it is your moral ones. Try not to blame the girl and try to have a good relationship with her parents. Do your best to make sure everyone is communicating. Make sure your son has a job and provides financial support. It will look better for him if he steps up and acts responsible rather than being forced by the courts to do it. Encourage your son to be a father to the baby, and you yourself get to know the baby, after all, this baby is your Grandchild, and therefore a precious gift. Good Luck to you all.
2006-12-30 10:54:41 · answer #1 · answered by nimo22 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that you have any legal responsibility but I would think that there is a moral responsibility. Make your son get a job to support his child and help out when and if you can. He and his girlfriend decided to make an adult decision so now it is time for adult responsibilities.
2006-12-30 20:13:57 · answer #2 · answered by juicie813 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
legally you are off the hook it's your son who is now responsible for this child, hopefully you've taught him well na dhe'll comit to this relationship and if ofr some reason the relationship doesn't work out with his gf for the long run hopefully he has a good head on his sholders and will seek some kind of custody of the child, he likely have to pay some kind of support to her at some point in timeif he doesn't have a job already i'd advise him to get one. Just be supportive and kind remember too that it's their baby and they too will learn through tiral and error just like you once did although your advise may be welcome sometimes and they may ask for it at some point try and let them figure it out a little bit on their own they'll get the hang of it.
2006-12-30 18:50:06 · answer #3 · answered by nicole b 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think alot of people are telling you what they 'think' vs. what they know. I've seen actual case law. Though it may vary slightly per state, the parents of the noncustodial parent (aka your son) are legally liable for the actions of their minor children. True the system isn't fair, but if her parents sue for paternity, the judge will force you to pay until your son reaches the legal age of 18.
2007-01-02 08:17:41 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have the responsibilities as a grandparent to insure your grandchild is happy and ok. Support your son and his girlfriend, she is a part of your family now , treat her like it. It is up to your son and his girlfriend to take care of and make decisions regarding the baby.
2006-12-31 09:02:27 · answer #5 · answered by badmikey4 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have no legal responisbilties this is your sons child. But Moraly your responisbilties are to love your son and your grandchild that is on the way and to help the best you possible can and to always let them know you love them.
2006-12-30 19:50:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
You can't do anything about it. It is their decision on what to do, and I would support them either way. Remember, it is your son. This will be your grandson. Do not try to force or sway them into putting it up for adoption or abortion or anything. Just talk to both of them about their options and support them with whatever option they choose.
2006-12-30 21:27:21 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
first of all, dont cry over spilled milk. what's happened, has happened. all you can do now is move forward. sit everyone down and have a good talk. make sure the kids are aware of everything thats going on, after all it does involve them. ask them what thier plans are. they may surprise you. just be a grandma now! its moe fun that you think...according to my mom
2006-12-30 21:56:30 · answer #8 · answered by psychoticangel_kitty 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
To kick your sons a**! J/K'n
To make sure your son does What he is Supposed to do! Also love your new grandchild... and support them as much as possible emotionally. But make them support themselves finacially... dont hand them everything make them dom for themselves. They wanted to do Grown Up things... so now Its time to grow up!
2006-12-30 18:45:11 · answer #9 · answered by Angel 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
you dont have any... when a child has a baby, you arent responsible for that child. he will be considered as an adult once he has the baby.
2006-12-30 21:15:52 · answer #10 · answered by =] 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋