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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."

70/30 Visitation & Schedule Examples

What is a 70/30 schedule?

The 70/30 physical custody schedule means that your child spends 70% of their time with one parent and 30% with the other. There are many different types of schedules under 70/30 physical custody.

Many parents, psychologists, and judges feel it is very important for the child to be a part of both parents lives. This does not mean that it is the best choice for your child or the judge will award it. Many issues are taken into consideration before deciding what is the best physical custody schedule.

Below is a visual calendar of one 70/30 physical custody option called every weekend. It was made on the Custody X Change software. Time with the mother is represented in pink and the father blue.

Will a 70/30 schedule work for me?

This type of schedule is very good because it allows the child to be a part of both parents lives but spends most time at one home. Parents can live close by or further away depending on how they set up their schedule. You can have the child switch homes each week or choose a longer exchange period.

The main issue with a 70/30 schedule is making it fit your lifestyle. Some schedules require parent live close if they have school age children. Others make it so one parent has every weekend. You want to really think about each person involved and which is best.

Pros:

Child is able to be a part of both parents lives.
Child has one "home base"
Adaptable to your unique situation.

Cons:

One parent has the child most of the time.
Finding the right schedule to fit your lifestyle might take time.

What are some variations of the 70/30 schedule?

There are many different types of the 70/30 schedule. Each schedule can work very well depending on the lifestyle and attitude of you, the other parent, and the child. Below we have some of the different types of 70/30 schedules. These have each been created in the Custody X Change software and can be adjusted to your situation.

This is the Every 3 weeks schedule. It has minimal exchanges and your child spends longer time with each parent.

This second example is a basic 5-2 schedule. One parent has the child for five nights out of the week and the other parent has two nights.

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 the schedule you would like. If you don't see the schedule you want, pick another schedule and adapt it to your needs. Or create your own custom schedule.

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.