BRITNEY SPEARS’S FAMILY HAS A CHANGE OF HEART

At first, her parents sided with Kevin, hoping that it might force their daughter to get the help she needs and protect their grandchildren reports IN TOUCH WEEKLY.

They had even voluntarily given statements regarding her erratic behavior and parenting skills, which could’ve helped Kevin’s legal case against Britney. But now, In Touch can exclusively reveal that they refused to sign the statements at the last minute. “They love their daughter,�? says an insider.

“Once they realized how much this would embarrass her in front of the world — and be on record forever — they couldn’t do it.�? It seems Britney’s missing her parents, too. She recently told a pal, “I don’t even talk to my mom and dad — when did my life get so screwy?�?