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Hi I don't know if anyone else has been to court trying to get contact with their 14-year-old child I just wondered what the likely outcome is how much time I will get to see her I know the court takes into account her wishes at this age but sadly she is being encouraged by her mother not to see me and to spend as much time with her friends as possible will the courts see she is being manipulation by her mum or would they say it's her choice and I lose out
Hi there
I seem to remember that you had a close relationship with your daughter until very recently and you should try and concentrate on that.
It's difficult to predict what the court will decide, I'm sure they will want to promote your relationship with your child, but whether they see manipulation is anyone's guess.
What I do know is that teenagers want more independence from their parents; they prefer the company of their peers and are exploring their independence as young adults. I think if you can acknowledge this and accept some flexibility in your approach to her it will pay off, both in court and in your relationship with her.
Teenagers can be infuriating and it does feel like you're losing them to a degree, but that's natural, if you've had a close relationship with her it should work out.
All the best
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