When can a child decide if he wants to see a parent?

When can a child decide if he wants to see a parent?

Most judges understand that once a child reaches their teens (14 /15 /16 /17), it certainly is difficult to force them to visit with a noncustodial parent when they are adamant about not seeing them, but it truly is not the child’s decision.

What do I do if my child doesn’t want to see a parent?

Talk to your child about why they don’t want to go Try to get to the bottom of why your child doesn’t want to spend time or stay with your co-parent. Let your child express their feelings to you without judgment. When it’s your turn to respond, do so with kindness and understanding.

What kind of custody is every other weekend?

Every 3rd weekend This 80/20 residential custody schedule enables the child to live with one parent and visits the other parent every third weekend. This child custody arrangement works for children who need a lot of consistency and do better in a single home, as well as for parents who live far apart.