Holiday custody schedule
Start with the base calendar
Holiday custody planning is easier when the regular parenting schedule is clear first. Build the base month, then mark holiday exceptions in Duet.
Base schedule preview
How to plan holiday custody schedules
Most families use a regular weekly or two-week rotation, then override it for major holidays, school breaks, birthdays, and travel. A clear calendar helps both parents see when the exception starts, when it ends, and how the normal rhythm resumes.
Pros
- Separate holiday rules prevent confusion around the base schedule.
- Alternating-year holidays can be planned ahead.
- Shared visibility reduces last-minute texting before breaks.
Watchouts
- Holidays may override regular weekends or weekdays.
- Pickup and return times should be written down clearly.
- Travel, school closure days, and makeup time may need separate entries.
Put holiday exceptions where both parents can see them
Duet helps plan holidays, school breaks, handoffs, and shared events around the regular custody calendar.