One of the first determinations a template provides is a parenting time schedule. This schedule will help parents decide where their children will live and which parent is responsible for primary care and lodging. The schedule should include specific dates, times and places for exchanges …show more content…
This is called legal custody. When divorce or separation occur, parents need to determine how to share legal custody of their children. One parent may be given sole legal custody or both parents may have joint custody. In a sole custody situation, one parent is responsible for making decisions. In a joint custody situation, both parents have input in making decisions for their children.
A child's health is very important. Healthcare for children should be a part of any parenting plan. This information should outline how dental and medical care are provided for the children. One of the first and most important considerations is that of health insurance. Where the children will receive care and who will authorize that care are also important considerations. If any of the children have current health problems, continuing care should be discussed.
Education for the children should also be determined in a walk through template. Things such as where the children attend school, any extracurricular activities in which they participate and their academic schedules should be part of a plan. If any of the children are too young to attend school, where and with whom they are cared for should be outlined. If any of the children have completed school, considerations for college or higher education should be