Daycare dad arrested

[kindertime]

This is such a horrible situation- for everyone, especially the baby. I don't envy your position.

My first suggeston to you is right now, before pick-up time, call the police station or, if you have a lawyer friend and ask what is legal. I have been told by the police (in Que.) that the parents (no matter the custody situation) have the right to get their child. This also includes anyone who has been given permission in writing to pick up.

So even in this situation, if it were here, I would be required by law to allow Dad to get the child. If I refused, I could be accused of kidnapping.

You or course have to also consider yourself and the other children. Safety first. Yes, keep the door locked. You can tell Dad you don't feel comfortable inviting him in but wait one minute, you'll get the baby. If things get out of hand, which, likely they won't, you call 911.

Have you talked to Mom yet? If you know what time Dad usually comes, could Grandma come a little earlier?