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3 On / 3 Off Custody Schedule

The 3 on / 3 off schedule runs on a 6-day cycle — 3 days with one parent, then 3 days with the other. A shorter rotation than 4-on-4-off, suitable for families wanting more frequent transitions.

April 20263 On / 3 Off
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Overnights
Mom: 15 · Dad: 15
MTWTFSS
Wk 1
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182/183overnights per year
2exchanges per 6-day cycle
About this schedule

How It Works

Children spend 3 consecutive days with Parent A, then 3 consecutive days with Parent B, repeating on a 6-day cycle. Like the 4-on-4-off, transition days shift each week because the cycle doesn’t align with the 7-day week.

Pros

  • ✓Children never go more than 3 days without seeing either parent
  • ✓Short blocks reduce homesickness
  • ✓Simple, repeating pattern
  • ✓True 50/50 split

Cons

  • ✗Frequent transitions (every 3 days)
  • ✗Non-standard 6-day cycle makes weekly planning difficult
  • ✗Transition days change every week
  • ✗Hard to coordinate with school schedules and weekly activities

Best For

  • •Young children who need frequent contact with both parents
  • •Parents with flexible or non-standard work schedules
  • •Families who prioritize frequent contact over routine consistency
  • •Short-term arrangements while transitioning to a longer-block schedule

Frequently Asked Questions

Other 50/50 schedules
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