2 Answers. 2. Your non-custodial parent, is the one you dont live with. Most children of divorce, that live with their mothers, call this person Dad. ( US)

What do you call a man who abandons his family?

You may use deadbeat husband, borrowing from deadbeat dad — Dictionary.com. (noun) 1. A father who neglects his responsibilities as a parent, esp. one who does not pay child support to his estranged wife. You will definitely find many examples for deadbeat husband on Google.

What defines a single dad?

: a father who does not have a wife or partner He raised two kids as a single father.

How long can you be separated before divorce?

12 months An application for divorce requires that you have been separated for at least 12 months. You must be able to provide proof that you have been separated for 12 months. During this 12 month period it is common for separated parties to decide to re-connect and give their relationship another chance.