What should we do if our work schedules vary greatly, and we don’t think a regular parenting schedule will work for us?

Some parents reach an agreement that they will establish a co-parenting schedule in an ongoing basis as work schedules are made available.  Most courts will accept this type of flexible schedule if there are clear parameters in the decree.  For example, you should map out details on the process to establish a schedule, such as when you will exchange work schedules, what increment of scheduling you will work out (ex: monthly or quarterly), and the base anticipated sharing of time, like equal time.

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