Mom Accused of Drugging Child But Is She Really in the Wrong?

Being a single mom is tough, especially when your child inherits your sleep issues. This 26-year-old mother tried everything to help her 5-year-old daughter sleep, but nothing worked. When her pediatrician suggested a small amount of melatonin, it seemed like a miracle cure! But when the child’s father found out, he was furious and accused her of drugging their daughter. Now, this mom is facing a CPS case and a battle for legal custody. Let’s dive into this dramatic story!

Sleepless Nights for Mom and Daughter

A Lifetime of Insomnia

Single Mom Struggles

Trying Everything for Her Daughter ️

No Luck

Melatonin Miracle?

A Happier, Healthier Child

Dad’s Disapproval

A Rocky Co-parenting Relationship

Dad’s Furious Reaction

Mom Defends Her Decision ️

CPS Case and Legal Custody Battle ⚖️

Dad’s Motives

Following the Pediatrician’s Advice

Questioning Herself

A Sleep Solution Turns Into a Custody Battle

This single mom was desperate to help her 5-year-old daughter sleep, and melatonin seemed like the perfect solution. Her child’s health and behavior improved, but when the dad found out, he was furious and accused her of drugging their daughter. Now, this mom is facing a CPS case and a legal custody battle. Was she just following her pediatrician’s advice, or did she cross a line? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

Following doctor’s orders, NTA, CPS will close the case

Support for mom following doctor’s orders, legal advice suggested.

Mom defends use of melatonin on child against accusations

Defending a mom accused of drugging her child with sleep support gummy

Mom not wrong for giving child recommended medication

NTA fights for daughter’s sleep, suggests sleep clinic to ex.

Melatonin is harmless, NTA. Legal advice may not be necessary.

Mom defends drugging child for sleep, calls out ex’s neglectful care.

NTA defends against CPS with doctor’s orders.

Mother defended for medicating daughter with doctor’s approval. NTA.

Father’s visitation rights questioned, commenter defends mother’s actions. NTA.

Mom defends drugging child, internet debates NTA verdict

Supportive comment advises getting a lawyer for ridiculous accusations.

Mom receives support and advice for drugging child with melatonin.

Melatonin use under doctor’s supervision, NTA defends against accusations

Melatonin gummies for parent and child? NTA, but beware cavities

Concerned commenter questions daughter’s custody arrangement and safety.

NTA commenter wants full custody to protect child

Insomniac mom seeks legal advice in custody battle over child’s sleep.

NTA, melatonin is naturally produced by the body

Melatonin gummies are not drugs, NTA for giving them.

Supportive comment defends mother’s actions in drugging child accusation

Defending the use of melatonin for child’s sleep issues

Melatonin isn’t harmful, but is drugging your child okay?

Melatonin is a natural substance, NTA for using it.

Single parent defends mental health meds for child against absent father

Supportive comment about mom’s decision to give prescribed medicine.

Melatonin is an OTC supplement, not prescribed. NTA.

NTA fights for daughter’s sleep, suggests sleep clinic to ex.

Supportive comment advises reporting and documenting for court.

Defending the use of melatonin as a sleep aid

Melatonin helped commenter’s child, NTA for using it.

Mom defends decision to follow doctor’s advice over caregiver’s opinion

Defending mom’s use of medication for child’s health.

Melatonin for kids? NTA says this commenter and their pediatrician.

Pediatrician advice = NTA. Concern for sister’s sleep schedule

Melatonin helped me too, NTA. Sleep is vital

Melatonin is a supplement, not a drug. NTA in this case

Sleep physician suggests second opinion for NTA commenter’s child sleep issue

Sleep is crucial for kids. Supportive comment for sleep-deprived mom.

Defending the mom’s use of melatonin to help her child sleep

Melatonin isn’t a drug, it’s a hormone. NTA for giving it.

Mom defends giving melatonin to child, suggests dad is worse

Melatonin use not child abuse. NTA x a million

Defending a mom accused of drugging child, CPS won’t intervene

Melatonin is natural and with doctor’s approval, it’s fine. NTA

Supportive comment defending mom’s decision to give child Ambien.

Melatonin is natural, NTA! But be careful with dosing

Using melatonin as advised by pediatrician is not drugging child. NTA

Mom defends drugging child for sleep, ex accused of control

Defending the use of melatonin to help child sleep

Sleep aid suggestion sparks controversy in comment section.

Melatonin use for child’s sleep, NTA defends mother’s actions.

Mom defends drugging child for health, gets criticized for wording.

TV in kid’s room linked to obesity? NTA comment says so!

Defending the use of melatonin to help a child sleep NTA

Natural remedy defended by commenter in drugging accusation.

Melatonin helps child sleep, ex denies growth. NTA.

Melatonin is natural, NTA. CPS won’t side with dad.

Mom cleared of drugging child with melatonin. NTA!

Melatonin for kids: NTA or YTA? Commenters weigh in

Defending the mom’s actions with logical arguments.

Defending medical treatment against false accusations

Melatonin is a hormone, not a drug. NTA.

Melatonin is natural and prescribed by a doctor. NTA.

Defending use of melatonin as not a ‘drug’, NTA comment.

Defending the use of melatonin as a supplement

Parental dispute escalates to potential legal battle.

Melatonin helped commenter with sleep issues, supports parent’s decision.

Defending the use of melatonin on kids.

Mom defends drugging child for sleep, NTA suggests medical advice.

Melatonin is plant-based and non-addictive, NTA for helping daughter sleep