Prioritizing children when co-parenting

On Behalf of | Jan 27, 2022 | Family Law |

Divorce is hard for parents and children alike. It is up to parents to make sure that their children feel loved and supported throughout the process, which typically requires paying careful attention to the child custody agreement. Parents in North Carolina who plan on co-parenting also need to be aware of unique challenges their children might face. 

What is a good divorce? 

While this answer is a little different for everyone, ideally, a good divorce is one in which the parents put the children first. This means understanding how divorce as well as co-parenting affects one’s child. A few challenges children of divorce typically face include: 

  • Traveling back and forth between parents’ homes 
  • Splitting certain belongings like keepsakes, photos and furniture between homes 
  • Uncertainty about who will attend extracurricular events or activities 
  • Potential awkwardness surrounding birthdays and important holidays 

Avoiding these issues altogether can be difficult if not impossible. However, parents can address them head on by being mindful when creating a child custody agreement. Even the simple act of working on a custody agreement together can be an excellent precursor to co-parenting, which requires a significant amount of effort and cooperation from both parents. 

Child custody should always focus on the child’s best interests. This means that parents must set aside their own wants and needs to ensure that their approach to co-parenting is what is best for their child. While this can be challenging, those who have a secure understanding of North Carolina family law may find this knowledge to be helpful in their pursuit.