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Custody Schedules

The 2-2-5-5 Custody Schedule

Each parent gets the same two weekdays every week, then alternating 5-day blocks that include the weekend.

Fixed Mon-Tue / Wed-Thu + alternating 5-day weekends

Two-Week Pattern

M
T
W
T
F
S
S
A
A
B
B
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
Parent A Parent B

How It Works

Parent A always has Monday and Tuesday. Parent B always has Wednesday and Thursday. Friday through Tuesday (5 days) alternates weekly. The repeating weekday blocks give children a reliable rhythm; the alternating weekend block gives each parent real extended time.

Best For

Families with older children (8+) who can handle 5 days with one parent, and where both parents value predictable weekday routines.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Consistent weekday routine — same nights with same parent
  • Each parent gets real 5-day stretches, not just weekends
  • Only 3 transitions per week

Cons

  • Slightly uneven within any single week (but even over 2 weeks)
  • 5-day stretches away from one parent can feel long to younger kids