Assumption: "Contact just means visiting my child, does it not?"
1 min readThis content reflects observational insights and lived community experiences. It does not constitute legal advice — always consult a qualified professional for your specific circumstances.
What People Expect
Contact means visiting a child — it is an informal arrangement for the non-resident parent to see them occasionally.
Court Reality
Legally, contact encompasses any time spent with the child, including visits, outings, phone calls, or overnight stays. It does not suggest lesser importance or imply that the child lives solely with one parent. The term contact reflects the understanding that children benefit from meaningful relationships with both parents.
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The Gap?
"Contact just means visiting my child, does it not?"
Court Reality
Legally, contact encompasses any time spent with the child, including visits, outings, phone calls, or overnight stays. It does not suggest lesser importance or imply that the child lives solely with one parent. The term contact reflects the understanding that children benefit from meaningful relationships with both parents.
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