Children often look forward to the summer months because it’s their break from going to school. While most parents will have to make plans for their children during those months, the situation becomes much more complex when the parents aren’t in a relationship any longer.
Considering these two tips may help to make the summer months a little less stressful for you and your children.
1. Plan for childcare
Childcare is one of the most difficult challenges for some parents during the summer. If you’ll have the children all summer, you can decide on childcare on your own.
If you and your ex will split the summer, it may be best to work with them so you can ensure continuity of care throughout the break. It may help the children to have the same childcare provider during these months. You and your ex should discuss how payments will be handled if that’s the case.
2. Enjoy new traditions
With the end of the relationship with your ex, some traditions may not be possible any longer. Now is the time that you can find and enjoy new traditions with your children. These don’t have to be extravagant, but they should be something everyone can enjoy.
Take the time to get the parenting plan set up so it reflects what’s best for your children. This should include information about parenting time requirements for the summer months, as well as any requirements for traveling out of the area. Knowing everything to include can be challenging, so it may be best to work with someone who can assist with this matter.