According to Texas laws, you and the other parent should consider the following factors when making decisions regarding the development of your parenting plan:
1. Specify the custodial arrangements of the child.
2. Specify the rights and duties of each parent
regarding the child's physical care, support, and education.
3. Includes provisions to minimize disruption of the
child's education, daily routine, and association with friends.
4. Allocates between the parents, independently,
jointly, or exclusively, all of the remaining rights and duties of the
parents.
5. Methods of resolving any disputes.
6. The best interest of the child.
7. The child's wishes, if old enough.
8. The parent's wishes.
9. Any past abuse.
10. The general social and economic welfare of the child.
The Texas courts realize you and the other parent know your own situation better than anyone else, which is why this is your opportunity to create a parenting plan that will maintain a family structure that is in the best interests of your child(ren).