Start With the Real Issue
Define the Decision in a Shared Parenting Matter
The first review should examine decision-making history, schedules, distance, communication, and the child's school, health, and activity needs.
A useful consultation is more focused when the immediate objective, the people involved, the current procedural posture, and any deadline or upcoming event are identified before solutions are discussed.
- Define decision-making responsibilities
- Create a practical parenting-time schedule
- Reduce ambiguity about communication and changes

