50/50 · Best for ages 5–14
3-3-4-4 Schedule
The 3-3-4-4 schedule is a 50/50 two-week rotation that starts with three-day blocks and then gives each parent a four-day stretch. It limits long separations without requiring a handoff every day.
Sample 14-day cycle
Blue = Parent A. Rose = Parent B. This shows one full rotation.
How it works
- 1The first half of the cycle gives Parent A three days and Parent B three days.
- 2The second half gives Parent A four days and Parent B four days.
- 3The next 14-day cycle repeats, preserving an equal overnight split.
Pros
- Balances frequent contact with longer, calmer stretches.
- Each parent gets both weekday and weekend time over the cycle.
- Fewer transitions than a 2-2-3 schedule.
Cons
- The changing block lengths take a little practice to remember.
- Works best when both homes are close to school and activities.
Who this schedule works for
- School-aged children who can handle three- to four-day stretches.
- Parents who want a 50/50 plan without daily transitions.
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- Custody percentage calculator
Count overnights across a full cycle the way state worksheets do.
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Color-coded parenting time both households see, with swap requests built in.
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Shared calendar, messaging, expenses, and court-ready exports at no cost to either household.
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