Oh Mummabear, it does sound like a saga. i suppose that the upside is that the dcp is doing everything it can to make sure they are making the right decision for the children?
I have no doubt that they dont remove children without good cause, with this case I suppose I was in shock because the newborn, is that a newborn. She was born less than a month ago. She was prem (think 34wks ish gestation) because mum was experiencing pregnancy related issues. As you said I do hope its sorted out with the bubs best interests taken care of.
I also hope that your nieces and nephew's situation is resolved soon for you too. It must be heartbreaking to go through such a situation