Sentences with phrase «otherwise vulnerable mother»

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In fact, the new legislation may actually help some vulnerable mothers: in the past, a violent or otherwise seriously problematic unmarried father could simply be «left off» the birth certificate, no questions asked.

Fatherhood Institute CEO Duncan Fisher said: «Research clearly shows that the positive involvement of fathers right from the start is crucial; and that when professionals engage with fathers, particularly young or otherwise vulnerable dads, this makes a huge difference to mother and baby.