Finally got the custody agreement finalized
After 8 months of back and forth with lawyers, we finally signed the papers yesterday. 50/50 custody, clear schedule, everything spelled out. Honestly feels like a weight lifted. T
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Navigating custody, handoffs, and co-parent communication.
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After 8 months of back and forth with lawyers, we finally signed the papers yesterday. 50/50 custody, clear schedule, everything spelled out. Honestly feels like a weight lifted. T
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