Daddy Got Custody: Helping Good Parents Win Custody of their Kids

In this episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast , Fred Campos, custody coach, sits down with  Jamie Lima , Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, financial professional, and founder of Allegiant Divorce Solutions, for a practical conversation about one of the most overlooked parts of divorce: the money . Jamie explains why financial decisions made during divorce can have consequences that last long...

In this episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast , Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad and 27-year custody veteran, talks about one of the easiest mistakes parents make during a custody battle: turning their child into part of the case. Fred explains why children should never become witnesses, messengers, investigators, therapists, or emotional support for either parent. He breaks down the difference bet...

In this episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast , Fred Campos, a 27-year custody veteran, explains how something as simple as a text message can either strengthen your custody case or quietly damage it. Fred breaks down the most common texting mistakes fathers make during high-conflict custody disputes, including responding while angry, sending threats or insults, writing long emotional messages,...

In this episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast , Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad and 27-year custody veteran, explains what fathers should do when their Ex refuses to follow the court order. Fred breaks down how dads can protect themselves when parenting time is denied, exchanges are repeatedly delayed, important school or medical information is withheld, or other parts of the order are ignored. He...

In this episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast , Fred Campos, a 27-year custody veteran, talks about one of the biggest threats to a Father's custody case: himself . Good Dads sometimes damage otherwise strong custody cases through a series of small, preventable mistakes — angry texts, missed parenting time, arguments during exchanges, talking to the kids about the case, ignoring court orders, p...

In this episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast , I sit down with Chel Cartmill, Next Chapter Transition Specialist and author of Spider on My Neck , for an honest conversation about the emotional side of divorce, custody, grief, and rebuilding your life after everything changes. Please contact Chel Cartmill at https://www.chelcartmill.com/   For my listeners, Chel is offering a complimentary con...

After 27 years of dealing with custody battles, courtrooms, attorneys, judges, CPS, evidence, and the realities of raising kids after divorce, I've learned a few things—some of them the hard way. In this milestone 50th episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast , I share the 10 most important custody lessons I've learned over the past 27 years . These aren't theories from a textbook. They come from...

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad and 23-year custody consultant, explains why the words fathers choose in family court can have a lasting impact on their custody case. In this episode, Fred breaks down some of the most common courtroom phrases that can damage a father's credibility—even when they're true—and explains why judges listen for far more than just the facts. They are evaluating attitude, mat...

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad and 23-year custody consultant, explains why temporary orders in a custody case can matter far more than most fathers realize. In this episode, Fred breaks down how "temporary" arrangements often create the first court-approved routine for a child, shape the judge's first impression, and can give one parent the advantage of becoming the default parent while the case is...

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad and 23-year custody consultant, shares a hard truth many fathers learn too late: being a good dad and proving it in court are not always the same thing. In this episode, Fred explains why love, sacrifice, and private fatherhood matter deeply in real life — but why family court often looks instead for documentation, patterns, credibility, and proof of daily involvement....

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad and 23-year custody consultant, shares five real behaviors from his own custody case that contributed to his Ex losing full custody of their daughter Caitlyn. In this deeply personal episode, Fred walks through how failing to follow the court order, excluding him from medical decisions, involving Caitlyn in adult conflict, speaking negatively about Fred in front of the...

In this episode of Daddy Got Custody , we sit down with Dallas trial attorney Nicole Knox to talk about the courtroom perspective of jury trials. From high-stakes courtroom strategy to the emotional realities parents face, Nicole shares what separates those who win from those who fall short. We dive into the difference between judge trials and jury and why a jury trial may be a better solution.  N...

Fred Campos breaks down exactly what caseworkers and judges are looking for during a home study—and why most Dads fail it simply because they don't prepare. Drawing from his experience and insights from his book, Fred explains that success starts long before the visit, with well-prepared paperwork, positive language about the Ex, and attorney-reviewed responses. He emphasizes that your home should...

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 23-year custody consultant, shares four powerful custody tips for fathers preparing for court. In this episode, you'll learn how judges often evaluate a father's attitude, credibility, and child-focused mindset just as much as the facts of the case. Fred covers why fathers should avoid sounding hostile, how to show they do not alienate, why it helps to acknowledge...

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 23-year custody consultant, interviews Derek Salyers of Leavittsburg, Ohio and shares his story of custody success. You will learn to resources for documenting, tips for child custody, and discussions on dealing with the court system.  How important documentation is and about the Custody Journal ( https://custodyjournal.com/) and the work that Derek is doing for F...

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, shares ten favors or acts of kindness custodial parents do for the other parent. You will learn to consider "First Right of Refusal," encouraging phone or video calls with your children, adding your Ex as an emergency contact, and so much more. More details can always be found at https://DaddyGotCustody.com

  Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, shares ten ways to be a credible, calm witness both in court and dealing with high stressed situations like cross examinations. You will learn reasons to be calm, keep your emotions in check, stick to the facts, speak in a non-condescending way when speaking with judges, social workers, police and other authorities. More details can a...

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, shares ten ways to absolutely lose custody of your kids.  Ranging from failing a home or social study, arguing with the judge in court, to not providing basic needs for your children. You will learn the fastest sure far way to lose custody.  The cost of parental alienation or brainwashing your children and finally the trap of not planni...

  Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, shares three questions and five points you should be asking yourself regarding your child custody case in reference to Covid-19.  Has their been a change in your job?  How about the daily schedule of your kids?  Have your finance changed? Learn 5 points to consider and talk with your attorney in regards to custody modification during...

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, and 11 year website designer.  Shares 10 successful side hustles he has watched clients start during this Covid-19 shutdown to help earn extra money for both their kids and their custody case.  True stories from #2 starting a lawn care business, to #9 a painting couple that earned nearly $7500 their first month starting an online member...

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, interviews Cathy who tells the story of how her custody case with her children are going.  This interview touches things done right, wrong, parental alienation and elements she would do differently knowing what she knows now.  Fred ends the interview inviting you to reach out and support her through her GoFundMe page... https://www.gofu...

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, discusses ten activities to do with your kids at home (during the Covid-19 virus).  From building a fort, teaching your kids how to cook, he explains this is a memory making opportunity like no other.  He goes on to suggest five things to do when you don't have your kids at home as well and much, much, more.

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, discusses the best advice for being a step-parent. He outlines eight points or expectations to be the best parent you can be.  Ranging from "Don't Try to Be the Kids Mother" to "Don't Handle the Discipline" and much, much, more.

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, discusses the best advice for working with your attorney.  He outlines seven points he wish he knew in working with his lawyer.  Starting with listening to your attorney, sharing EVERYTHING, doing your homework, working out a payment plan, and much, much, more.

Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, discusses the best advice he got in order to stay calm in court.  This advice ranged from joining Toastmasters, visiting his courtroom, practicing prepared speeches as to why he should have custody and much, much more.  For more information visit... https://DaddyGotCustody.com/podcast