[jmoore3]

I need to know what needs to be done to adopt our Grand son? Our daughter is young,and we have been caring for our Grand son since he was born. (5 months) Our daughter is living with us,she wants to move to Fl. and live with her boy friend and his parents. We are not letting her take the baby. She does not know how to care for him. What can we do to get custody of him?

[riley6]

You would have to hire a lawyer so all the legal paperwork is taken care of. Your daughter and the baby's father would both have to sign papers terminating their parental rights.

[Support2Adopt]

I applaud you for stepping up to the plate and your willingness to adopt your Grandson. However, you can't just stop her from taking the baby as it is "her" baby.
A couple of things to consider. Is she and the Father of the baby willing to terminate their parental rights so you can adopt him?
Also, has she shown any neglect, abuse, or abandonment of the child? If so, this could lead to the court terminating their rights. I agree with the above poster and would contact an attorney.
JJ

[Cricket8351]

Have you considered guardianship instead of adoption?

Guardianship through the court system is sometimes a really good option for in-family situations. Some may disagree and in some cases it is not at all appropriate however sometimes it can be a positive solution for all involved.

Some selling points are that if your daughter gets to the point that she is able to properly care for her child then the guardianship can be revoked. In order for that to happen though there would have to be a court hearing and the Judge would have to determine based on the evidence presented that your daughter is able to care for the child...it is not just that she wants to or whatever.

It can be less confusing for the child as the child gets older. You are still "grandma" instead of the baby's mother suddenly becoming a sibling.

Your daughter may be more willing to accept a guardianship situation rather than going through termination of parental rights. Guardianship can be long term or temporary. Adoption is permanent. Just thinking that maintaining a relationship with your daughter might be an important thing to consider.

None of this may apply to your situation or even be appropriate but I thought I would throw the suggestion out there just in case.

I wish you all the best.

T