Houston area parents understand that parenting isn’t easy. The decisions that need to be made can often be contentious among parents. Everyone has their own idea as to how their child should be raised and sometimes parents don’t agree. When parents are divorced and not able to agree on parenting decisions, it can be complicated.

There are many decisions a parent has to make each day regarding their kids. Most of these decisions are minor, such as what to make for dinner, determining whether their kid can go and play with the neighbors, whether they should give their child more screen time. But some decisions can be more important. These may include putting their child on a gluten-free diet, school choices, religion, vaccinations or even what sport to play. When parents cannot agree on child decisions, here are some options:

• If one parent has legal custody and the other doesn’t, then the parent with legal custody gets to make the decisions.
• If there is joint custody, parents should strive to come to a decision mutually.
• If a decision can’t be made amicably, a parent may want to hire a mediator or attorney to help.

Sometimes parents just don’t know what to do when it comes to making important decisions about their child. When parents don’t agree on a decision it can make it tough for everyone. It is important for parents to remember that their children are at the center of the conflict. They need to keep their interests front and center.

An attorney who specializes in family law can help a parent who is running into conflict regarding their children’s decisions that need to be made. They can advise their client on what options they may have and can recommend solutions that are in the best interests of the child. If the parents wind up in court, an attorney can represent their client’s wishes.