CHILD’S BILL OF RIGHTS

The Parents agree that they will be guided by the principles of the Child’s Bill of Rights, as follows, in parenting their Child: 

1.    The right not to be asked to “choose sides” between the Parents. 

2.    The right not to be told the details of fights between the Parents. 

3.    The right not to be told “bad things” about the other Parent’s personality or character. 

4.    The right to privacy when communicating with either Parent. 

5.    The right not to be cross-examined by one Parent after spending time with the other Parent. 

6.    The right not to be a messenger from one Parent to the other. 

7.    The right not to be asked by one Parent to tell the other Parent untruths. 

8.    The right not to be used as a confidant regarding the difficult issues between the Parents. 

9.    The right to express feelings, whatever those feelings may be, or to choose not to express certain feelings.

10. The right not to be made to feel guilty for loving both Parents, or for developing a loving relationship with a new partner of either Parent. 

PARENTS’ BILL OF RIGHTS

The Parents agree that they shall be guided by the Parents’ Bill of Rights, as follows: 

1.    A Parent has the right to love and nurture his or her child without harassment from the other Parent; 

2.    A Parent has the right to receive respect and courtesy and the obligation to show respect and courtesy; 

3.    A Parent has the right to attend and participate in a child’s special activities; 

4.    A Parent has the right to information regarding a child’s physical, mental and emotional health; 

5.    Except as otherwise provided in this Agreement, a Parent has the right during parenting time to follow one’s own standards, beliefs and style of child-rearing without interference from the other Parent; and 

6.    A Parent has the right to a separate and private life.