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1. Create the best schedule
for you and your kids.

2. Document your actual
parenting time.

3. Include important clauses
in your parenting plan.

4. End misunderstandings
with a visual calendar.

5. Calculate time and
overnight percentages.

6. Prepare for negotiation,
mediation and court.

7. Save money on legal
fees and court costs.

"I used Custody X Change during our negotiations for Summer and Holiday visitation.

"The software was very easy to use and provided useful calculations from the agreed schedule.

"That spared us from having to do the tedious task of counting days on a calendar.

"I would recommend this product to any parent who has to establish a custody schedule with another parent."

"I got the Custody X Change software so I could give my clients a printed Calendar.

"Also, in New Mexico, there can be a significant change in child support from 'Schedule A,' where one parent has responsibility for less than 35 percent of the time, and 'Schedule B,' where each party has responsibility for more than 35 percent of the time.

"On borderline cases, it is important to know the possible child support consequences of various options."

Every Weekend Visitation & Custody- 60/40

What is an every weekend schedule?

The every weekend schedule is one choice in a 60/40 physical custody schedule. Your child will spend weekdays with one parent and weekends with the other. This schedule is different is also called an every extended weekend because the exchange is not until Monday morning.

Below is a visual calendar of the every weekend schedule made on the Custody X Change software. Time with the mother is represented in pink and the father blue.

Will an every weekend schedule work for me?

This schedule is very consistent and easy to implement. Parents can live further away from each other without interrupting school and other weekly activities. Also it can work very well if you have conflict with the other parent because of limited exchanges. You will not have to worry about all the school/activity communication which comes with a mid-week exchange. It also is a great schedule for a child who needs to have a "home base".

The main issue with this type of schedule is one parent has every weekend (excluding holidays/vacation). It would be hard to switch times during the week especially if the parents do not live close. It can seem like a more restrictive schedule but is great if one parent works weekends or travels frequently.

Pros:

Consistent and easy to implement.
Children who struggle with change and require consistency do well on this schedule.
Good if you and the other parent are in conflict.

Cons:

One parent has the child every weekend.
More restrictive but can work well depending on your lifestyle.

What are some variations on the every weekend schedule?

The biggest change to make the every weekend schedule work for you is to change the time of the exchange. Below are some different examples of how we have changed the schedule to meet different needs.

This first schedule is close to the schedule above but time with the parents has been switched.

This second example is a basic every weekend schedule but the exchange time has been moved to later on Monday and Friday.

How do I create an every weekend schedule using Custody X Change?

Creating an every weekend schedule using Custody X Change is very simple.

First, download and install the free trial.

Next, click on the first tab, "Regular Schedule" and you will see a calendar. To the right of the calendar is a menu of all the different custody schedules or the ability to create your own. Under the 70/30 title, select Every weekend.

The calendar will automatically fill out for you. You can now make any needed changes. Watch the video tutorial for additional information on creating a custody schedule.

Other things to consider...

Now is the time for you to start fresh with your child. Start to think about the type of relationship you would like to have or how you want to improve your existing one. Think of any traditions you want to establish while your child is at your home. Plan fun activities, start a new hobby together, or even read a good book.

Finally, don't expect perfection. You and your child are both going through a number of changes which have been hard. Set your goals and move toward them. Don't beat yourself up if you aren't perfect the first time. Don't write it off as "another failure" in your life. Instead look at what you have done, how strong you are despite adversity, and be grateful for what you do have.