Dad Calls Child Services on Ex-Wife Over Tattered Clothes: Who’s the Real Villain?

Imagine being a divorced parent, doing your best to provide for your children, only to discover them wearing old, tattered clothes. This dad, who shares custody of his two kids with his ex-wife, was shocked to find his children in such a state. Despite paying a generous amount of child support and covering their healthcare and private school fees, he couldn’t help but wonder where the money was going. In a controversial move, he decided to call child protective services on his ex-wife. But was this the right decision, or did he cross a line? Let’s dive into the story and find out.

A Glimpse Into Their Lives

Shared Custody and Support

The Tattered Clothes Discovery

Daughter’s Explanation

Dad’s Concern Grows

Seeking Advice

The Controversial Decision

Ex-Wife’s Furious Reaction

The Mysterious Savings

Family’s Disapproval

Did This Dad Cross the Line?

In a whirlwind of emotions, this dad found himself questioning his ex-wife’s intentions when he discovered their children wearing tattered clothes. Despite paying a hefty amount in child support, he couldn’t shake the feeling that something was amiss. After seeking advice from his brother, he made the controversial decision to call child protective services on his ex-wife. This move sparked outrage from her and disapproval from his own parents. With his ex-wife claiming she was saving the money for something, we’re left wondering if he should have talked to her first. What do you think? Let’s check out the internet’s top responses to this dilemma.

Calling CPS is reasonable and helpful, not villainous.

Father defends calling child services on ex-wife over tattered clothes. ‍

NTA stands up for child support being used for its purpose

NTA thinks ex-wife’s $10,000/month is enough for new clothes

Commenters doubt validity of dad’s claims about ex-wife’s neglect

OP’s motive for calling CPS questioned, but clothes were too old.

Commenter points out flaws in dad’s actions and questions his motives

Commenter calls out OP for overreacting and suggests buying new clothes

NTA calls out ex-wife for misusing child support funds

NTA dad calls CPS on ex-wife for tattered clothes, commenters disagree

Commenter calls out dad for going straight to CPS. YTA

Divorced couple’s tattered clothes debate: ESH, something’s fishy

Dad calls Child Services over tattered clothes, internet calls him out.

Communication is key, not involving CPS. ️

Commenter questions father’s motives and suggests YTA, with logical points.

NTA dad defends himself against ex-wife’s poor spending habits.

ESH, but child support is for children’s needs, not savings.

Father justifies calling CPS on ex-wife over child support money

NTA for dad who called child services over ex-wife’s tattered clothes

Dad calls child services on ex-wife over tattered clothes. NTA.

NTA calls out ex-wife for misusing child support funds

Commenter questions ex-wife’s financial responsibility with humorous tone

NTA dad suspects ex-wife misusing child support

Money misuse? NTA calls ex-wife out on child neglect

Not enough info to judge, but OP may be TA for weaponizing state over clothes.

NTA calls CPS on ex-wife for misusing child support

Divorced couple’s communication issues escalate to child services intervention. ESH.

NTA goes to CPS for child’s sake, but is it justified?

Divorced dad calls child services on ex-wife over tattered clothes. Soft YTA.

NTA calls out ex-wife’s incompetence in clothing children.

Curious about the financial situation and child support allocation

Money meant for kids taken by ex, CPS call extreme

Questioning the ex-wife’s use of child support money

Commenter calls out both parties for bad behavior. ‍♂️

Diverted child support? ESH. Dad calls CPS, a nuclear option.

NTA. Mom’s getting $10K a month, kids have tattered clothes.

Going straight to authorities without proof? YTA, no doubt

Parent suggests alternative to child support for a better future

NTA concerned about child’s welfare, but communication is key

Commenter suspects ex-wife isn’t taking care of kids properly

Curiosity on the currency sparks debate in the comments

Fight for custody and split bills equally. NTA

Ex-wife sus for not buying new clothes, dad went nuclear

Ex-wife accused of stealing child support, dad calls CPS. ESH.

Money can’t buy new clothes? ESH in this messy situation ‍♂️

Ex-wife’s spending questioned, dad calls CPS, both at fault

Ex-husband criticized for calling child services without discussing with ex-wife

Commenter asks for more context on dad’s decision to call.

Divorced couple’s financial dispute sparks debate on parenting priorities.

Commenter suggests better communication before calling child services.

Father accuses ex-wife of stealing child support and neglecting kids.

Dad faces backlash for calling CPS on ex-wife over clothes

Commenter calls out OP for overreacting and suggests better communication.

Insightful comment on the cultural differences in Child Services systems

Calling CPS without trying to work it out first? YTA

Divorce lawyers > Child services for tattered clothes.

NTA: No a-hole here, but what about the child’s needs?

Calling CPS logical, but no say in child support spending

Inconsistencies in clothing damage raise suspicion

Commenter calls out dad for not doing due diligence. YTA.

Demanding transparency in child support spending.

NTA calls out ex-wife for misusing child support funds

NTA wants to know how ex-wife spends child support

ESH but ex-wife more. Dad should reconsider support and seek legal advice ‍

Consider the location’s CPS system before judging OP’s actions.

Commenter thinks both parties are at fault.

ESH. Both parents share responsibility for children’s tattered clothes.