Keep the lines of communication open. Even if you have a custody agreement in place, make sure that you and your ex communicate regularly. Keep each other in the loop about any plans that may impact the current parenting schedule. For example, if your ex would like to take the children on a vacation but the dates coincide with your time with the children, try to be flexible and consider allowing a schedule change if it is in the childrens’ best interest. If you are responsible for picking the children up from their after school activities, but you will be working late all week in order to meet a tight deadline, have a conversation with your ex about your schedule and come to an agreement about who will be available to pick up the children.