Communicate with each other in a courteous, businesslike manner. Be on time and have the children ready at exchange time. Avoid communications that may lead to conflict at exchange time. Encourage the children to carry important items such as clothing, toys and security blankets with them between the parents’ homes. Provide a consistent routine for [...]

Be sure that you are in control of your own emotions and are able to impart information in a reasonable fashion. Do not reveal anger, disappointment, fear, frustration, hurt or blame. Both parents should agree in advance on how, when, where, and the answer to any questions as to why.   If the parents cannot agree [...]