I’m in the middle of figuring out a child visitation schedule with my ex, and we’ve hit a snag regarding transportation. We’re trying to establish a fair routine, but we’re unsure about who should be responsible for transporting our child to and from visitations.
I live about 30 minutes away from my ex, and both of us have busy work schedules. We want to minimize the stress on our child and make sure the arrangements are practical for everyone involved.
Can anyone share how they handle transportation for child visitations? Is there a standard practice or legal guideline on this? Any advice or tips on what has worked for you would be greatly appreciated!
Ugh, child visitation transportation woes! I feel you. Here’s the thing: there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but there are ways to make it fair. Some folks split the distance, so whoever lives closer picks the child up halfway. Others alternate weeks – one week you pick up, the next week your ex does. If schedules are crazy, maybe consider a neutral drop-off location like a park or community center. It minimizes travel time for everyone.
As for legal stuff, it depends on your area. Some courts have guidelines, but often it’s worked out between parents.
Child visitation is absolutely something hard to plan because of the numerous logistics involved.
Did you sign any custody agreement with your ex? Because the agreement clearly outlines which parent is responsible for transporting the child to and from visitations.
You can consult your lawyer if you did not sign any agreement