Hopefully she will get through this illness, but obviously wants to make sure that her son's best interest is ensured. I would be grateful for any information. Thank you. Debbie A. I am sorry to read about this. Yes she is doing the right thing by appointing a guardian. If the father has parental responsibility for the little boy he may challenge this appointment at court. At that time, the court would need to decide whether it is in the child's best interests to remain with the guardian or the father. This decision can only be made by the court at the time. There are no guarantees but she should do all that she can do to make clear why she is appointing guardians. She may also wish to stipulate in a letter why she feels that it is not in the child's best interests to be with father. Some background on the relationship will be important and helpful for the courts in the event of a challenge. I hope that helps. Q. Hi, My husband and I divorced over 2 years ago and have a consent order in place. I currently live in the family home with our children and want to change the mortgage as the fixed rate is coming to an end. At prescent the mortgage and deeds are in both our names as the current mortgage provider wouldnt release my ex from either at the time I have discussed and arranged new mortgages with my ex