If you have a court order for joint custody, both parents should communicate so that they can get on the same page. If there isn't a court order, the parents need to agree to terms that both parties can live with.
Instead of managing joint custody with the adults in mind, you should put the kids first. With that in mind, analyze your kids' daily and weekly schedules. It also doesn't hurt to get their opinions on the matter.
Have a meeting with everyone and explain how the joint custody will be worked out. This is an important step because it allows everyone to get on the same page and allows for a platform in case there are any changes that need to be made.
Dedication to the agreed upon plan is important. With a set routine, your kids will be able to adapt and that will allow them to emotional adjust to this new way of life.
If your kids are in school, changing the joint custody agreement during the summer could make a lot of sense. For example, it could be advisable to allow each parent to have the kids for half the summer.
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