Summary:  Lyn discusses the divorce course 12 agreements that you should consider when creating your parenting plan or orders. Co-parenting can be tricky but with the right plan or orders covering these main 12 things you can find it can be a bit smoother sailing. Lyn discusses each agreement and why it's important and how you should consider it for your situation based on the divorce course personalities (listen to episode 1 if you need to find more about which divorce personality you have). Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone’s situation is different.  Links and resources:   Follow us on Instagram Join us on Facebook   Sign up to hear more about our divorce course online  https://www.thedivorcecourse.com.au You don’t want to miss   What parenting plan usually contains. What parenting orders usually contain. What is long term parental responsibility in family law? What is day to day parental responsibility in family law? How to plan changeovers for co-parenting plans How to incorporate the children's birthdays in your parenting plan Why it is important to seek an order that includes a respect clause in your parenting orders. Co-parenting and parenting orders in family law.  The basics for a parenting orders Some legal wording used in normal parenting orders. Important what if questions to ask yourself before agreeing to parenting orders or parenting plans How to create parenting plans to make co parenting run smoothly. How to include christmas in parenting orders What options can you consider for Christmas in your parenting orders? How to make sure you are not allowing your emotions to get in the way of getting to an agreement in family law. Why it is important to have a fixed time for handovers in your parenting orders. How to create orders for time to speak to the children when they are with the other parent.  What other additional clauses you should consider to put in your parenting orders and plans. What the clause “unless otherwise agreed” means?  The best ways to exchange information with your co-parent about the children. Why it is important to have an exchange of information clause in your parenting plan. What you should notify the school to do after separation. How to avoid accidental breaches in parenting orders. Reasons why even if you have an amicable relationship you still probably need a parenting plan or parenting orders.   If you need emergency help you can also contact: WOMEN'S SHELTER SERVICE  LEGAL AID Lifeline 13 11 14 Mensline Australia 1300 789 978 Kids Help Line 1800 551 800 Aboriginal Family Domestic Violence Hotline 1800 019 123 Relationships Australia  Police on 000 DVConnect Womensline on 1800 811 811 (24 hours, 7 days a week) Note: This number is not recorded on your phone bill DV Connect Mensline on 1800 600 636 National DV line on 1800 737 732.1800RESPECT 1800 737 732 Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on the next practical steps and guide to your divorce or de facto separation coming soon. And, if you’ve found this episode helpful, please leave a rating and a review so it can help others. Thank you.  Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone’s situation is different.