Daddy Got Custody: Helping Good Parents Win Custody of their Kids
Daddy Got Custody is hosted by Fred Campos, a father who won a paternity suit and full custody of his daughter. Drawing on his experience as a non-attorney parent, he shares practical advice for navigating divorce and child custody cases. Episodes include parenting tips and interviews with attorneys from different states. The show aims to help good parents understand the custody process and strengthen their case.
Episodes
DGC 056 - Interview Jamie Lima, the Financial Thoughts on Divorce
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 aft
DGC 055 – Your Child Is Not Your Witness
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 betw
DGC 054 – How Text Messages Can Win or Lose Your Custody Case
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,
DGC 053 – What to Do When Your Ex Violates the Court Order
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
DGC 052 – How Fathers Accidentally Damage Their Own Custody Case
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, poo
DGC 051 - Interview with Chel Cartmill, Author of "Spider on My Neck"
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 consul
DGC 050 - The 10 Most Important Custody Lessons I've Learned in 27 Years
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 my
DGC 049 - What Fathers Should Never Say in Court
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
DGC 048 - Why Temporary Orders Can Decide Your Entire Custody Case
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
DGC 047 - The Difference Between Being a Good Dad and Proving It in Court
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.
DGC 046 — 5 Ways Parental Alienation Cost My Ex Full Custody of Our Daughter
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
DGC 045 — Interview with Dallas Criminal Attorney Nicole Knox
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. Ni
DGC 044 — What Caseworkers and Judges Look For in a Home Study
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
DGC 043 - 4 Things Judges Notice Fast in a Father's Custody Case
In this episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast, Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad and 27-year custody veteran, breaks down four things judges can notice very quickly when a father walks into a custody case — and why those first impressions can matter more than dads realize. Fred explains why fathers should avoid sounding bitter or obsessed with tearing down the mother, how important it is to show the
DGC 042 - Derek Salyers Journey to Winning Custody
In this episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast, Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad and 27-year custody veteran, sits down with Derek Salyers to talk about his personal journey through family court, the fight to remain an active father, and what ultimately helped him succeed in his custody case. Derek shares the lessons he learned along the way, including why fathers need to stay involved, remain disci
DGC 041 - 10 Favors Custodial Parents Should Do for Their Ex
In this episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast, Fred Campos, 27 year custody coach, talks about something divorced parents do not discuss nearly enough: the small acts of kindness and cooperation that can make co-parenting easier for everyone — especially the kids. Fred shares 10 favors custodial parents should consider doing for their Ex, including offering a first right of refusal when childca
DGC 040 - 10 Ways to Be a Credible, Calm Witness
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
DGC 039 - 10 Ways to Absolutely Lose Custody of Your Kids
In this episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast, Fred Campos, custody consultant, flips the usual custody advice around and looks at 10 behaviors that can seriously damage — or even destroy — a parent's custody case. Fred walks through the kinds of mistakes that can make a judge question a parent's judgment, stability, credibility, and willingness to put the child first. From ignoring court order
DGC 038 - 5 Tips to Consider in Your Case Thanks to Covid-19
In this episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast, Fred Campos, custody coach, looks back at how the COVID-19 pandemic changed everyday life for divorced parents and created new custody issues that fathers had rarely needed to think about before. Fred shares five practical considerations for custody cases during and after COVID-19, including how sudden school closures, remote learning, changes in w
DGC 037 - 10 Side Hustles During Covid-19
In this episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast, Fred Campos, custody coach, steps outside the courtroom for a practical conversation about something many parents were struggling with during the COVID-19 shutdown: how to earn extra money when work, schedules, and normal life suddenly changed. Fred shares 10 side hustles that people can start quickly, drawing from real examples he watched clients
DGC 036 - Parental Alienation, Cathy's Story
In this episode of the Daddy Got Custody Podcast, Fred Campos, custody coach, sits down with Cathy to hear her personal story of parental alienation and the emotional toll that can come when one parent's relationship with their children is slowly damaged by conflict, manipulation, and separation. Cathy shares what it was like to experience the loss of connection with her children, the warning sign
DGC 035 - Spend Some Time with Your Kids
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.
DGC 033 - Best Advice for Being a Step-Parent
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.
DGC 034 - Best Advice for Working with an Attorney
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.
DGC 032 - Best Advice to be Calm in Court
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
DGC 031 - Best Advice in Handling & Communcating with Your Ex
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, discusses the best advice he got from his attorney on how to deal and communicate with your Ex. He expresses six thoughts on the best advice he ever got from James Newth regarding this issue. For more information visit... https://DaddyGotCustody.com
DGC 030 - Ask Fred 02/20/2020 Parental Alienation
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, starts a new Wednesday addition, Ask Fred. Here he pulls 5 questions/emails he has gotten and answers them. Today's episode talks about social media in court, do my kids need their own room, and much, much more. For more information visit... https://DaddyGotCustody.com
DGC 029 - 10 Elements of a Good Custodial Parent
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, shares 10 elements that make up a good custodial parent. Ranging from being the more stable parent, one who has more time for the kids, more involved in the kids school down to one who doesn't speak ill of the Ex. This is the final installment of his 10-part series in regards to seeking custody and dealing with your Ex. For more inf
DGC 028 - 10 Elements to Let Go of in Your Custody Case
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, shares 10 elements you need to let go of in your custody case or co-parenting with your Ex. These ten items range from trying to parent to the other side, down to what your kids eat at your Ex's house. This is a continuation of a 10-part series in regards to seeking custody and dealing with your Ex. For more information visit... https
DGC 027 - 10 Elements I Would Change if I Could Do My Custody Case Over
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, shares 10 elements he would change if doing his custody case over. Looking back now that his daughter is nearly 21 of elements he would do different ranging from trying mediation, listening to his attorney more, and cutting his Ex a bit more slack, and much, much more. This is a continuation of a 10-part series in regards to seeking
DGC 026 - 10 Parenting Tips for Blended Families
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, suggests 10 parenting tips for blended families. After 20 years of consulting and meeting parents he has suggestions ranging from making the biological parent do the heavy discipline to having family meetings. He recommends considering creating new traditions, as well as, the importance of having a weekly date night. This is a contin
DGC 025 - 10 Different Types of Visitation Schedules
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, discusses 10 of the most common visitation schedules to consider for your Final Court Order. After 20 years of consulting and meeting parents he has suggestions to consider from 50/50 equal time to 4:3 split time. He recommends considering how well you get along with your Ex down to the needs of your children and much, much more. T
DGC 024 - 10 Rules for Divorced Parents
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 20-year custody consultant, discusses 10 rules or best practices for divorced parents. After 20 years of consulting and meeting parents he has rules such as, not speaking ill of your Ex with your kids (#5), down to don't make your kids the messenger in communicating wtih your Ex (#9) and much, much more. This is a continuation of a 10-part series in regards to c
DGC 023 - Ten Additional Things to Ask for in Your Final Court Hearing
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, and 21-year custody consultant discusses 10 additional things to ask for in your final court hearing. These are elements to consider that perhaps the court or your attorney may not think about. Ranging from sharing Halloween, summer marching band, or extended time for other family members, and much, much more. This is a continuation of a 10-part series in regards t
DGC 022 - Ten Pieces of Evidence for Your Custody Case
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, discusses the 10 pieces of evidence you need to prepare for your custody case. Fred, a 21-year custody consultant, and full custody dad of his then 4-YO daughter, discusses the 10 types of evidence you should prepare for your attorney. He lays out ideas to present in court like journals, notes, calendars, photo albums and much, much more. (More info can be found at
DGC 021 - Ten Witnesses to Call for Your Custody Case
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, discusses the 10 most important witnesses to call for your child custody case. Fred, a 21-year custody consultant, and full custody dad of his then, 4 YO daughter, discusses the 10 types of witnesses you may want to call for your temporary or final hearing. He also lays out how to organize your witnesses to further aid your attorney. (More info can be found at https
DGC 020 - Ten Ways to Earn Money for Your Custody Case
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, discusses 10 part-time jobs or side hustles he would do today to pay his divorce attorney fees. Fred, a 21-year custody consultant, outlines 10 ways to earn some additional money to pay your attorney fees. Starting with a story of how he paid his attorney by being a waiter (#1), to web design work (#3) or virtual assistant work (#7). Learn ideas on how you can not b
DGC 019 - First Ten Things to Do to Win Custody
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, answers what would be his first 10 things he would do if served divorce papers today to win custody. Fred a 21-year custody consultant outlines step-by-step the very first 10 things he would do if trying to win custody. Starting with the crazy idea of trying to delay the divorce until the kids are grown (#1), to finding and hiring a GREAT attorney (#4) to preparing s
DGC 018 - Ten Reasons I Got Full Custody as a Dad
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, answers the most commonly asked question he gets... "How did you win full custody of your 4-year-old daughter?" Fred reflects backs and interviews post jury members as to why he was award full custody of his then 4-year-old daughter over the mother in this episode. Furthermore, he outlines ten points you should consider in your court case.
DGC 017 - The Custody Road w/John Lacy
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, interviews Los Angeles writer and director, John Lacy. Mr. Lacy has just released "Custody Road" a serious child custody film that deals with the struggles a father would go through to gain full custody of his son. John shares insight into the making of the movie, his thoughts on marriage and his examination of the "Custody Road" in today's society between parents. P
DGC 016 - Communicating with the Ex, Q&A
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, answers seven questions in dealing or communicating with your Ex. "How do I deal with my Ex?" "Advice on written communication?" "How do you deal with a false CPS accusation?" "How much effort would you promote the other side seeing their child?" "How do you deal with a child that doesn't want to visit the other parent?" "How to dealing with over communication from
DGC 015 - Tulsa Area Attorney, James M. Wirth
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, interviews Tulsa, OK based attorney, James M. Wirth. Together they discuss divorce and child custody Tulsa and Oklahoma based law including: 10 Day Waiting Period for divorce with no kids. 2-2-3 Plan of shared custody 50/50 custody with small kids. The Pitfalls of restraining or protective orders. The making of a good custodial parent. Interesting Oklahoma child custo
DGC 014 - LA Area Attorney, Matthew A. Breddan
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, interviews Los Angeles / Calabasas CA attorney, Matthew A. Breddan. Together they discuss divorce and child custody including: The reasons you need an attorney. How to work well with the attorney you pick. Interesting California child custody law. How to work with your Ex for the kids. And much, much more. Tune in to learn tips to help you in your case.
DGC 013 - 50 Years of Custody, Dallas Attorney James F. Newth
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, interviews his attorney that won him full custody of his then, 4-year-old daughter. They discuss their strategy, elements they did well and not so well. How to Help Your Attorney. Conversation on the Stand. The Making of a Good Custodial Parent. Chalked full of good custody tips straight from an attorney who has been practicing law for over 50 years.
DGC 012 - What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Stronger
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, discusses taking the experience of fighting for custody and allowing it to change your life for good. Really focus on becoming he better parent for your kids and learning to get along with your Ex afterwards.
DGC 011 - Winning, Losing, Modifying Custody After the Final
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, discusses winning and losing custody, contempts, modification and the reality of gaining custody after the final. In this episode Fred is going to recommend six elements your attorney needs to do when you win custody, four elements that need to be done if you lose custody, an open discussion about contempts and enforcement, and finally a detailed and story discussion
DGC 010 - Do's and Don'ts Conduct Inside the Courtroom
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, discusses conduct and presentation in appearing and testifying in court. How you conduct yourself says a lot in regards to your chances for full custody. Fred outlines 10 Do's you must do every time you are in court, as well as, 10 Don'ts to do in court. Custody success favors the prepared parent, be that parent!
DGC 009 - Your Final Court Case Rehearsal Dinner
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, discusses all the elements that make up your Final Court hearing. Like a wedding rehearsal dinner, Fred outlines the evidence and witnesses you need to have pre-prepared for in regard to this all-important event. Fred outlines three helpers, and eight important task you need that of your final and how to organize them into a winning case.
DGC 008 - Temporary Orders & Child Support
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, discusses your child custody temporary order hearing, what it is and how to prepare for it. He list seven elements that will be determined during the Temporary Hearing, and 14 considerations to pre-talk with your attorney. Then Fred outlines the four different ways child support is determined in the United States. Treat your temporary hearing like a final when figh
DGC 007 - The Matrix: Custody Evaluators, Evidence & Depositions
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, discusses three elements to prepare ahead of time for your final court appears. Preparing for the Custody Evaluations, How to Prepare Evidence, and finally How to Prepare and Use Depositions in Court. Social Studies, or Custody Evaluations need to be prepared for in advance, from filling out the paperwork to staging your house, plan ahead and take it serious. The bul
DGC 006 - The People's Court
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, discusses the importance of your final court hearing. Can you win custody after the final? What is the typical flow of a judge or jury trial? Is it like television courtroom drama? Finally, he shares how to prepare for your final court hearing. What to do three months in advance, a week in advance and the day before. Life comes down to a few moments, your final
DGC 005 - Moving Up the Food Chain
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, discusses and provides tips on dating after a divorce, thoughts, and considerations in regards to remarrying, what it takes to be a good step-parent, and the role and selection of new friends. Don't repeat the pattern, take your relationships to a new level. Move up the food chain!
DGC 004 - Custody Favors the Prepared Parent & Better Parent
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, discusses in this episode that custody is usually won by being the most prepared parent (for court) and being the best parent. He describes five elements judges look for in the best parent and seven tasks of a prepared parent for court.
DGC 003 - Will the Real Perry Mason Please Stand Up
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, advises parents on the reasons for hiring a child custody attorney. He goes on to explain the process of where to find good attorneys, how to hire them, and 20 interviewing questions to help you settle in on the best one.
DGC 002 - The Art of War, Is It Worth the Fight (for Custody)?
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, advises parents to take a serious stake in getting divorce, filing and fighting for custody. He tells stories on whether the custody pursuit is realistic and if so, what you should be doing first the moment you have decided to fight.
DGC 001 - Who is Full Custody Dad?
Fred Campos, @FullCustodyDad, kicks off his weekly podcast by explaining his 20 year experience in dealing with the court system, how he gained full custody of his then 4 year old daughter, and maintained custody until she went to college. His story outlines more than 60 court appearances, dealing with CPS, his involvement with teaching classes and courses to help other good parents gain custody o
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