Order reversed, on the law and the facts, without costs, and petition granted; respondent is directed to return the infant to the custody of petitioner, her natural mother.
After a hearing, the Family Court held, in substance, that, in a proceeding of this nature, the welfare of the child is of paramount importance, and that, under the facts of this case, the child's welfare would best be served by continuing custody in respondent, even though affirmatively finding...
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