Regular communication between a child and the parent with whom they are not currently residing is a vital component of shared parenting arrangements. These interactions often occur via telephone and are intended to foster a continued connection between the child and that parent. For example, a child might speak with their mother three times a week, even when primarily living with their father, to maintain their relationship.
Consistent communication offers numerous benefits to children in co-parenting situations. It allows for the maintenance of a strong parental bond, reduces feelings of separation anxiety, and helps to normalize the child’s experience of having parents in separate households. Historically, access to the child for the non-custodial parent was often limited; however, evolving legal perspectives increasingly recognize the importance of both parents’ continued involvement in a child’s life, facilitated through various means including phone communication.
