The 70/30 Custody Split
Primary parent has ~70% of overnights, secondary parent has ~30%. Typical when one parent's work or distance limits weekday involvement.
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How it works
Primary parent handles school weeks. Secondary parent takes every other weekend (Friday-Sunday) plus one mid-week dinner or overnight when possible. Many court orders use this as the default when parents live in different metro areas.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Minimal weekday disruption
- Clear primary household for school and activities
- Works when secondary parent lives further away
Cons
- Secondary parent misses most weekday school events
- Can entrench the 'weekend parent' dynamic if not intentionally addressed
Best for
Families where the secondary parent lives in a different city or works rotating shifts.