Parents are still accountable for the well-being of their child.
Because of the child, both parents are destined to participate in a lifelong relationship. Let us remember, however, that this lifelong relationship does not have to mean a personal relationship. Divorced spouses need not choose to be friendly or even pleasant with each other. They must, however, in the interest of the child, create a safe and businesslike parenting arrangement. Children suffer battle fatigue at the hands of their clashing parents.