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.
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Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
A
A
B
B
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
Parent A
Parent B
Week 1 (top) · Week 2 (bottom)
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.
Pros and 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
Best for
Families with older children (8+) who can handle 5 days with one parent, and where both parents value predictable weekday routines.