A mother writes in with a difficult co-parenting dilemma involving a blended family, a child recovering from hospitalization, suspected celiac disease, and repeated CPS threats from her ex-husband's girlfriend.

In this episode of Ask Alona, we break down the legal, emotional, and practical challenges parents face when disagreements arise over a child's medical treatment. What rights do parents have when making healthcare decisions? How should you respond to threats of Child Protective Services involvement? And what can you do when an ex-spouse's new partner begins interfering in parenting matters?

This discussion covers co-parenting communication, custody concerns, medical decision-making, CPS allegations, family court considerations, documenting evidence, protecting children from emotional harm, and navigating blended family dynamics.

Whether you're dealing with a difficult co-parent, a high-conflict custody situation, or disagreements about your child's health and well-being, this episode provides practical guidance to help you focus on what matters most: your child.