2 weeks on 2 weeks off - does anyone else hate this schedule?

Apr 27·1 min read

Been doing this rotation for 8 months and it's killing me. Miss my kids constantly, then when they're here the whole time I'm stressed about logistics. Ex and I communicate through the app which helps but also feels cold. We're supposed to be "amicable" but everything feels like negotiation. Tried to swap a weekend last month and she made it impossible. How do you guys manage the mental part of being gone so long? The routine is good I guess but feel like I'm missing moments all the time.

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BBrandonRegularApr 29

Eight months in and you're still hating it so probably not going to get better. Some schedules just don't work for everyone. What would be better for your situation?

BBrandonRegularApr 28

That schedule wrecks you emotionally. I did something similar for a while and the whiplash of missing them and then being overwhelmed when they're back is real. Have you tried talking to your ex about adjusting it?

AAlexRegularApr 28

I've heard a lot of people say the 5-2-2-5 rotation works better if that's something you could negotiate. This schedule definitely sounds harder than it needs to be.

JJoeRegularApr 28

Two weeks on two weeks off is brutal because you're constantly in transition. Either saying goodbye or getting readjusted when they come back. It's like you never get into a rhythm with them.