06/06/2025
👪 Co-parenting can become a space for endless arguments, stress, and manipulations. However, there is a simple solution that can prevent all these — a custody agreement 👉https://lawrina.org/templates/custody-agreement/
Check the points you need to include and enjoy the time with your kids ⬇️
🏠 Custody arrangements
Spell out who has legal custody (makes important decisions) and physical custody (where the child lives).
🕑 Visitation schedule
Instead of “Every other weekend,” suggest “Friday 6 PM to Sunday 6 PM, plus dinner every Wednesday.” Don’t forget about holidays, birthdays, and summer breaks so that each parent has enough time with and without kids.
📚 School & education decisions
Who picks the school? What if your child needs a tutor? Will both parents attend meetings? Write it all down so your child’s interests — not disagreements — stay front and center.
🏥 Medical care
Who takes the lead on doctor visits, emergencies, or prescriptions? Who pays for what? For instance, you may agree that either parent can handle regular checkups, while major procedures require both parents to agree.
📲 Communication rules
How will you communicate with each other — via text, call, or app? How can your child contact the other parent when apart? Clear boundaries = less stress.
✈️ Travel rules
Vacations should be fun, not a source of tension. Agree on how much notice is required, what information must be shared, and whether written permission is necessary for international trips.