Just as fast as the holidays came and went, we are now faced with another extended break in the school calendar. Spring Break is quickly approaching in Texas, and the popular celebration will undoubtedly mean making plans with the whole family – even for families separated by divorce.
Your kids will need to be attended to during this time, but you, too, have needs as an adult that can’t be ignored. You have a job. You have bills to pay. You have errands to take care of. We want to help you take a deep breath and easily navigate what’s to come.
Have a Plan For Childcare (If Needed)
You know as a parent that making sure your kid has an adult to care for them during time off is one of the biggest priorities. If the whole family isn’t going on vacation then you and the other co-parent will need to take a look at each other’s work schedules and figure out what makes sense.
It would help to get ahead of this by making sure there is a clear understanding of how you will split time with your children. Managing childcare may be as simple as saying one parent must account for childcare while the children are in their care and the other while the children are in theirs.
Consider Vacationing Together
You moved on from your marriage but that doesn’t mean the whole family wouldn’t benefit from some time together. This doesn’t mean you need to share a hotel room on vacation or even be around each other without the kids, but split families benefit greatly from quality time together.
There is no shame in trying to make spring break plans together. In fact, it’s an accomplishment that everyone involved is in a healthy place that allows this to happen. On top of that, this prevents you from having to come up with visitation and childcare schedules.
Document Your Plans
Custody is a contentious issue. You know it, and we know it. That’s why you should never leave these things up to chance, especially if you and your ex aren’t often on the same page.
Any plans and agreements you make about the care of your children during spring break should be documented in writing. This prevents any potential issues down the road that could end up with you and your ex back in court to relitigate some of the issues you already went over.
We want to see all families succeed. We don’t want to have to take your ex back to court because they refuse to play fair in your co-parenting situation. Nobody wanted this when you got married and had kids, but it’s the reality you are facing and we are here to help.
If you’re in need of legal assistance, reach out to Tycha Kimbrough, Managing Attorney and Founder at Kimbrough Legal, PLLC.
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