Parenting Agreements are made between parents living apart who agree to act jointly in the best interests of their children, by consulting with one another concerning the needs of the children and their own needs as co-parents. Areas covered in the agreements often include sports and activates, medical and education decisions, problem solving and disciple.

A written parenting agreement or parenting plan is helpful in setting the stage for a successful post-divorce relationship. Just the process of creating an agreement allows you and your future ex-spouse to discuss most or all of the issues that will come up during your children's lives. In addition, if, after you create and sign an agreement, the other parent continuously breaks the agreement, you will have proof that he or she originally agreed to the agreement in writing.

Like Separation Agreements, Parenting Agreements give each parent the flexibility to choose what will work best for their particular situation.  Parenting agreements are private and created out of court.