50/50 · Best for ages 6–14
3-4-4-3 Schedule
The 3-4-4-3 schedule alternates three- and four-day blocks between parents over a two-week cycle. It's a balanced 50/50 option with only one transition per stretch.
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 A
Parent B
Parent B
Parent B
Parent B
Parent A
Parent A
Parent A
Parent A
Parent B
Parent B
Parent B
How it works
- 1Week 1: Parent A has 3 days, then Parent B has 4 days.
- 2Week 2: Parent A has 4 days, then Parent B has 3 days.
- 3Transitions typically happen mid-week and after school on the changeover day.
Pros
- Only two transitions per week.
- Both parents get weekend and weekday time.
- Balanced for kids who need longer stretches at each home.
Cons
- The weekly rotation of days can be harder to remember.
- Neither parent gets every weekend of a given event (e.g. Saturday sports).
Who this schedule works for
- Elementary and middle school kids who handle 3–4 day blocks well.
- Parents who want 50/50 without daily juggling.
Ages: Best for ages 6–14
Split: 50/50
Cycle: 14 days
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