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Parenting Plan

Detailed parenting plan covering custody, access, decision-making, and dispute resolution.

PARENTING PLAN

This Parenting Plan is made as of [DATE] between [PARENT A NAME] ("Parent A") and [PARENT B NAME] ("Parent B").

1. CHILDREN

| Name | Date of Birth | School | |------|--------------|--------| | [NAME] | [DOB] | [SCHOOL] |

2. DECISION-MAKING

2.1 Major Decisions (Joint)

  • Education
  • Healthcare (non-emergency)
  • Religious upbringing
  • Extracurricular activities

2.2 Day-to-Day Decisions

  • Each parent makes day-to-day decisions while the child is in their care.

3. PARENTING SCHEDULE

3.1 Regular Schedule

| Day | Parent A | Parent B | |-----|----------|----------| | Monday | [Y/N] | [Y/N] | | Tuesday | [Y/N] | [Y/N] | | Wednesday | [Y/N] | [Y/N] | | Thursday | [Y/N] | [Y/N] | | Friday | [Y/N] | [Y/N] | | Saturday | [Y/N] | [Y/N] | | Sunday | [Y/N] | [Y/N] |

3.2 Transfers

  • Pick-up time: [TIME]
  • Drop-off time: [TIME]
  • Transfer location: [ADDRESS]
  • Responsibility for transport: [PARENT / SHARED]

4. HOLIDAYS AND SPECIAL DAYS

| Holiday | Even Years | Odd Years | |---------|-----------|-----------| | Christmas Day | Parent [A/B] | Parent [B/A] | | Christmas Break (other days) | [DETAIL] | [DETAIL] | | Spring Break | Parent [A/B] | Parent [B/A] | | March Break | Parent [A/B] | Parent [B/A] | | Thanksgiving | Parent [A/B] | Parent [B/A] | | Summer (2 weeks each) | [DATES] | [DATES] | | Child's Birthday | [DETAIL] | [DETAIL] | | Mother's Day / Father's Day | [DETAIL] | [DETAIL] |

5. COMMUNICATION

  • Each parent may contact the child by phone/video at [TIME] daily when apart.
  • Parents will communicate via [TEXT/EMAIL/APPT] regarding the child.
  • Emergency contact: Both parents must be notified immediately.

6. HEALTHCARE

  • Family doctor: [NAME / PHONE]
  • Dentist: [NAME / PHONE]
  • Health card/insurance: [DETAIL]
  • Medications: [PARENT] responsible for ensuring administration
  • Emergency medical decisions: Either parent may consent; notify other parent ASAP

7. EDUCATION

  • School: [NAME]
  • School records: Both parents have access
  • Parent-teacher meetings: Both parents attend (or alternate)
  • School supplies: [SHARED / DETAIL]

8. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

  • Both parents may register child in activities during their parenting time.
  • Cost sharing: [50/50 / PROPORTIONAL / DETAIL]
  • Both parents may attend activities.

9. TRAVEL

  • Either parent may travel within [COUNTRY] with the child during their parenting time.
  • International travel requires written consent from the other parent [X] days in advance.
  • Itinerary required: Flight numbers, accommodation, contact numbers.

10. CHILD SUPPORT

  • Payor: [PARENT A / PARENT B]
  • Amount: $[AMOUNT] per month
  • Adjusted annually on [DATE]
  • Section 7/Extraordinary expenses: [SHARED PROPORTION - A: [%] B: [%]]
    • Childcare
    • Medical/dental
    • Extracurricular
    • Education

11. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

  1. Parents will attempt to resolve disputes through discussion first.
  2. If unresolved, parents will use [MEDIATION / PARENTING COORDINATOR] before court.
  3. Mediator: [NAME / TO BE AGREED]

12. REVIEW

  • This plan will be reviewed [ANNUALLY / AS NEEDED].
  • Next review date: [DATE]

Parent A: _______________________ Date: __________

Parent B: _______________________ Date: __________

Disclaimer: This template is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a licensed lawyer in your jurisdiction before using or relying on this document.