Q: My soon to be ex husband refuses to call out of work when the kids are sick. I’m a teacher and can’t call out every time
He is only seeking every other weekend. Which leaves me all the school days. I cannot call out every time out 4 and 6 year old are sick. Can an arrangement be put into our custody agreement to where we need to alternate sick days if the kids are sick? Even if it’s during the week?
A: Unfortunately, the way it usually works is if it is your timesharing day then you are responsible for child care. If dad has a school day and they are sick then he is responsible, same for you. You can try to address this issue financially (through child support or otherwise) so that you can afford child care if they are sick and you can still go to work. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
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