50/50 · Best for ages 0–8
2-2-3 Schedule
The 2-2-3 schedule is a 50/50 rotation that keeps kids from ever going more than three days without seeing a parent. It's one of the most popular options for younger children in shared custody.
Sample 14-day cycle
Blue = Parent A. Rose = Parent B. This shows one full rotation.
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Parent A
Parent A
Parent B
Parent B
Parent A
Parent A
Parent A
Parent B
Parent B
Parent A
Parent A
Parent B
Parent B
Parent B
How it works
- 1Week 1: Parent A has Monday–Tuesday, Parent B has Wednesday–Thursday, Parent A has Friday–Sunday.
- 2Week 2: Parent B has Monday–Tuesday, Parent A has Wednesday–Thursday, Parent B has Friday–Sunday.
- 3The full pattern repeats every 14 days, giving each parent every other weekend.
Pros
- Kids never spend more than 3 days away from either parent.
- Both parents get weekend time every other week.
- Easy to remember once the two-week cycle clicks.
Cons
- Frequent transitions — 6 handoffs per two-week cycle.
- Can be tiring for older kids with sports and social schedules.
- Requires parents living close to each other.
Who this schedule works for
- Young children (under 8) who benefit from frequent contact.
- Parents who live within a short drive of each other and the school.
- Cases where both parents want true 50/50 time.
Ages: Best for ages 0–8
Split: 50/50
Cycle: 14 days
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