Do women usally get custody of children in a divorce?
Ok here’s the honest truth. While back in the not so far past women were granted custody of their kids if they were from birth-about 8 yrs old because it was seen as better for them in terms of nurturing etc, it is not that way now. If mom asks for custody, and dad doesn’t dispute it, then she gets custody. But if both parties are disputing who should get custody, the judge looks at what is in the best interest of the child. Who can provide for their well-being (emotional and physical) more efficiently. Its all about what would make the child more well-rounded and taken care of. Depending on age (say a 16 yr old) might have a choice on who they would like to stay with (judge might listen to their opinion and CONSIDER it) but never basing their decision solely on what a teenager wanted. Hope this helps.
