What is the "norm" or "protocol" when it comes to taking kids medical/health appointments? In a situation where the parents have joint custody, do both have to attend every appointment? Or can either parent take the child to an appointment on their custody time?
For example, Child's mother takes Child to appointments (notifies Father in advance of upcoming appointment) and provides an update to Father following the visit. Father has some concerns and wants to take Child to his doctor for a simple check-up. Notifies Mother of his intention and promises to provide a thorough update following the visit. Mother claims that Father has no right to take Child to a medical appointment without her consent and participation in the appointment. Parents have Joint Custody.
Can Father take Child to his doctor for a check-up without Mother's consent and physical presence in the appointment? Or does Mother need to attend as well?
For example, Child's mother takes Child to appointments (notifies Father in advance of upcoming appointment) and provides an update to Father following the visit. Father has some concerns and wants to take Child to his doctor for a simple check-up. Notifies Mother of his intention and promises to provide a thorough update following the visit. Mother claims that Father has no right to take Child to a medical appointment without her consent and participation in the appointment. Parents have Joint Custody.
Can Father take Child to his doctor for a check-up without Mother's consent and physical presence in the appointment? Or does Mother need to attend as well?
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