As Halle Bailey and DDG navigate their ongoing court custody battle regarding their 1-year-old son, Halo, Halle has now chosen to publicly address the situation. She firmly denies DDG’s allegations that her past threats of self-harm jeopardized their son’s safety and well-being. According to Billboard, Halle reportedly informed the judge that DDG is exaggerating her previously treated mental health challenges, using them to manipulate the situation.

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Halle Bailey Challenges DDG’s Claims, Asserts They Are Exaggerated and Misleading

As previously covered by The Shade Room, Halle Bailey was granted a temporary restraining order along with full custody of baby Halo before her scheduled court hearing with DDG on June 4. However, the hearing faced delays after DDG filed a competing custody petition. In this petition, he brought attention to Halle’s alleged history of threatening self-harm, which she has now officially contested.

Halle has issued a response to these serious claims, arguing that her ex-boyfriend’s statements “have exaggerated, lied, and misconstrued for the court, not only the history of our relationship but also our parenting dynamics and my mental health,” as she reportedly detailed in her declaration.

The talented actress further emphasized her unwavering commitment to being a responsible and loving caregiver to Halo, stating that she is fully capable of fulfilling her role as a mother.

“I have been very vocal about my anxiety, depression, and previous thoughts of suicide. Without waiving the psychotherapist-patient privilege and physician-patient privilege, I have reached out to my doctor and received treatment to address these issues. I have been and remain 100% available and capable as a parent to our son, Halo,” Bailey asserted in her declaration, according to Billboard.

Halle Attributes Mental Health Struggles to DDG’s Actions

Moreover, Halle highlights that the majority of the mental health incidents DDG referenced transpired during 2022 and 2023. She argues that his conduct during this period left her feeling “emotionally devastated.” The singer pointed out that DDG never raised concerns regarding her parenting abilities until the moment the court scheduled a hearing concerning her allegations of abuse.

“If Darryl had genuinely been worried about my parenting, he would have intervened much earlier. This feels like cold retribution aimed at embarrassing, humiliating, and inflicting further emotional distress on me,” Bailey added, showcasing her frustration with the situation.

DDG’s Emergency Motion to Block Halle’s International Travel with Halo Denied

Halle’s latest rebuttal to DDG comes on the heels of his emergency motion aimed at preventing her from taking Halo outside the country. As reported by TMZ, he filed this motion on Wednesday, June 4, just ahead of Halle’s planned trip to Italy on Saturday, June 7.

In his court filing, DDG claims that Halle poses an “imminent emotional and psychological risk to their son.” He also accused her of allegedly leaving his residence with his registered firearm during her pregnancy. Furthermore, DDG alleges that she intended to undergo an abortion without informing him but later decided against it.

A judge ultimately dismissed DDG’s request to prohibit travel but did grant part of his temporary restraining order concerning allegations of physical and verbal abuse.

UPDATE: Judge Reportedly Grants Part Of DDG’s Temporary Restraining Order Request Against Halle Bailey

Supporters Rally for Halle, Highlighting Her Postpartum Mental Health Journey

Despite DDG’s allegations outlined in his filing, Halle has been candid about her experiences with postpartum depression on her Snapchat account. Numerous social media users have come to her defense, pointing out that texts she reportedly sent DDG in 2024 exhibit clear signs of emotional distress. They argue that such messages should not be weaponized in court to create a negative portrayal of her character.

In April 2024, the star of ‘The Little Mermaid’ openly discussed her transition into motherhood, expressing to her Snapchat followers her overwhelming feelings of anxiety when separated from Halo for even short durations.

“I don’t know if any new moms can relate, but it’s to the point where it’s really bad, and it’s hard for me to be separated from my baby for more than 30 minutes at a time before I start to kind of freak out,” she shared in her Snapchat video, illustrating the intensity of her emotions.

Halle continued to express how she felt transformed by motherhood, stating, “I feel like a completely different person. When I look in the mirror, I just feel like I’m in a whole new body. Like, I don’t know who I am.”

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