Q. How do I let my mom claim us?
A. By not claiming yourself or your son, when and if you file a tax return.
In your situation, it's essentially optional whether the parent or grandparent claims the child. She can claim you, as long as your W-2 was less than $4400 or you are under 19 or under 24 and a full time student for parts of 5 months.
Q. I’m not sure if I should file this w-2?
A. You do not need to file it if box 1 is less than $12,950 and there is no amount in box 2. If there is an amount in box 2, you can file to get it refunded. The amounts in boxes 4 & 6 cannot be refunded.
Q. Can she still file and claim us on her taxes, if I file a tax return?
A. Yes. You not add your child on your tax return. You check the box that says someone else can claim you as a dependent (TurboTax does this for you).
Q. Will it effect my mom claiming me and my baby.
A. No.
