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Alternating Weeks Custody Schedule

The simplest 50/50 schedule — children spend one full week with Parent A, then one full week with Parent B. Fewer transitions mean less disruption, making it popular for older children.

April 2026Alternating Weeks
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Overnights
Mom: 16 · Dad: 14
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182/183overnights per year
2exchanges per 14-day cycle
About this schedule

How It Works

Children spend 7 consecutive days with one parent, then 7 consecutive days with the other. Transitions typically happen on Friday after school or Sunday evening. This creates a simple, predictable rhythm that repeats every two weeks.

Pros

  • ✓Simplest schedule to understand and follow
  • ✓Only 1 transition per week — lowest disruption
  • ✓Longer stretches allow children to settle into each home
  • ✓Easier to manage school routines and extracurricular activities

Cons

  • ✗Children go a full week without seeing one parent
  • ✗Can cause homesickness in younger children
  • ✗One parent may feel disconnected during their off week
  • ✗Midweek visits may be needed for younger children to maintain bond

Best For

  • •Older children and teenagers who prefer longer stretches
  • •Parents who live farther apart
  • •Families who want a simple, predictable routine
  • •Parents with demanding work schedules during the week

Frequently Asked Questions

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