Co-Parenting in Two Homes
Parenting is challenging on its own. Co-parenting in two homes can be even more challenging. Learn about all elements of a parenting plan and how to best support your children and help them thrive after divorce.
Introduction to creating a co-parenting agreement for the children in two homes.
Learn of the specifics of creating a co-parenting schedule to ensure a balanced and structured approach to parenting post-divorce. This schedule is a cornerstone of your parenting plan, providing clarity, stability, and predictability for both parents and children.
Explore key considerations and options for addressing travel and vacations in your parenting plan, providing guidelines and examples to help you create a comprehensive and practical arrangement.
When developing your parenting plan, clear and mutually agreed-upon holiday arrangements to avoid conflicts and ensure a sense of stability for both parents and children.
Learn about the key considerations for sick days or other no school days to ensure that children are well cared for and that both parents can manage their work and personal responsibilities effectively.
Learn about consistent and convenient ways to coordinate transportation between homes for parenting time.
Learn the logistics and options for offering the opportunity for a parent to be with the children when the other on-duty parent is unavailable.
Learn the guidelines for addressing relocation of one parent within a co-parenting framework, ensuring that any decisions made prioritize the best interests of the children.
Review the key considerations for handling both temporary and permanent changes to the parenting schedule, ensuring that any modifications prioritize the best interests of the children.
Learn the legal aspects of decision-making in divorce around topics like medical/dental, education, religion, and practical guidance for effective co-parenting.
Learn the definitions of physical and legal custody, why these labels are implemented, and their implications for enforcement and day-to-day parenting.
Learn key considerations and strategies for managing childcare decisions collaboratively, emphasizing the importance of communication, agreement, and detailed planning.
Learn strategies for divorced parents to collaborate on setting expectations and managing discipline, ensuring that both households offer a supportive and coherent environment for the children.
Learn best practices for sharing information, protecting children from parental conflicts and maintaining positive communication.
Learn key considerations and strategies for making decisions about extracurricular activities, ensuring both parents remain actively involved and supportive.
Learn options and considerations when negotiating terms in a parenting plan on introduction of new significant others to children after divorce.
Learn considerations and guidelines for fostering positive interactions with children and extended family members after divorce while addressing any concerns that may arise.
Learn key considerations regarding safety concerns and potential agreements you may want to consider in order to ensure a secure and nurturing environment for the children in both homes.
ADR options provide parents with effective methods to resolve disputes without resorting to litigation and are often required before going to Court.
