Colton’s first supervised visit with Theo was arranged under temporary court orders months after the birth.

I had struggled with the idea.

I wanted my son safe, and I also wanted his future shaped by careful decisions rather than by the worst hour of my own life.

Dana explained the purpose of the temporary arrangement and helped me prepare.

A trained supervisor would be present, and I wouldn’t have to sit alone with Colton.

He arrived in a sweater instead of a suit.

Without the familiar entourage, he looked younger and more uncertain.