Free Mediation Parenting Plan

Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]

I. Introduction:

Purpose

This Parenting Plan is designed to provide a comprehensive framework for the care and custody of Barbara McNeil. It is created to ensure the well-being and best interests of the child, incorporating guidelines for responsibility sharing between Sandra Roberts and Joe McNeil.

II. General Information:

Parents' Information

Parent 1: Sandra Roberts

Email: [Parent 1 Email]

Phone Number: [Parent 1 Phone Number]

Parent 2: Joe McNeil

Email: [Parent 2 Email]

Phone Number: [Parent 2 Phone Number]

Child’s Information

Child's Full Name: Barbara McNeil

Date of Birth: March 22, 2065

School/Daycare: [Child's School/Daycare]

III. Custody Arrangement:

Legal Custody

Primary Legal Custodian: Sandra Roberts

The primary legal custodian will have the authority to make decisions regarding the child’s education, healthcare, and welfare. Both parents will consult each other on these decisions to the extent possible.

Physical Custody

Primary Residence: [Child's Primary Residence Address]

Parenting Schedule:

IV. Holidays and Special Occasions:

Holidays

• New Year’s Day: Sandra Roberts

• Easter: Joe McNeil

• Summer Vacation: Sandra Roberts

• Thanksgiving: Joe McNeil

• Christmas: Sandra Roberts

Special Occasions

• Child’s Birthday: Joe McNeil

• Mother’s Day: Sandra Roberts

• Father’s Day: Joe McNeil

V. Communication and Decision-Making:

Regular Communication

Both parents will maintain regular communication regarding the child’s welfare, academic progress, and any matters of concern using phone, email, or agreed-upon communication tools.

Decision-Making

Major decisions regarding the child's education, healthcare, and welfare will be made jointly by both parents. However, the primary legal custodian will have the final say if a consensus cannot be reached.

VI. Child’s Education and Extra-Curricular Activities:

School Attendance

The child will attend [Child's School/Daycare Name]. Both parents will be involved in parent-teacher meetings and will support the child’s educational progress.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Both parents will encourage the child to participate in extra-curricular activities. The costs and responsibilities will be shared equitably, based on agreements between the parents.

VII. Health and Medical Care:

Both parents will share responsibility for the child’s medical and dental care. The primary legal custodian will notify the other parent of all medical and dental appointments, emergencies, and necessary treatments in advance.

VIII. Miscellaneous Provisions:

Transportation

Both parents will share the responsibility for transporting the child for visitations, school, and other activities as agreed upon in a separate transportation schedule.

Conflict Resolution

If disagreements arise, the parents will attend mediation sessions with a qualified mediator before taking the matter to court.

Review and Amendments

This Parenting Plan will be reviewed annually and can be amended by mutual written consent of both parents and through mediation if an agreement cannot be reached.

IX. Signature:

[Parent 1 Name]

[Date]

[Parent 2 Name]

[Date]

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