In the Matter of Tedder

Appellant appeals as of right from an order of the probate court terminating her parental rights to her daughter, Helen Tedder.

Helen Tedder was born on November 26, 1979, seven weeks premature. Until Helen’s discharge from the hospital on December 17, 1979, it is undisputed that appellant spent a great deal of time with Helen and took an active interest in Helen’s care. Appellant’s care of Helen, however, was often inappropriate and inconsistent. Specifically, appellant would interrupt Helen’s feedings before they were completed and she seemed more preoccupied with other concerns than with…