Summer for divorced and separated parents can be a challenging time to manage child custody arrangements. With the end of the school year fast approaching, now is a great time to review your co-parenting plan with your co-parent. Even the most comprehensive co-parenting agreements will most likely need some adjustments while the kids are on summer break.
When children are in school, families usually have a set schedule, with agreed parenting time days and transitions. But during the summer, the set schedule that is necessary to accommodate school and regular activities is not necessary. So it’s a good idea to communicate with the other parent about summer plans and how best to organize your parenting time.
Children really look forward to summer. After a long, hard school year, they are looking forward to spending days in the sun, playing with their friends and having fun. For your kids to have a carefree summer, it requires careful consideration, planning and flexibility by both you and your co-parent. Here are some simple guidelines to follow for a stress-free summer for everyone.