Should you consider virtual visitation?

If you have visitation rights, it’s important that you take full advantage of every visit with your children. But even if you have the best intentions, there may come a time when you’re unable to visit with your children in person.

Virtual visitation is on the rise, as technology has made it easier than ever before. Regardless of where you are in the world, you can use technology to connect with your children.

Here are some of the many things you can do with virtual visitation:

• See your child’s face, as opposed to simply talking on the phone
• Read your children a bedtime story
• Help them with their homework or a project in real time
• Witness a special event in their life, such as a dance recital or baseball game

There are many forms of virtual visitation, ranging from video chats to instant messaging. If you’re interested in this, work with your ex-spouse to find technology that works for everyone involved.

As you work through the details of your divorce, parenting plan and visitation schedule, take the time to strongly consider the pros and cons of virtual visitation. If you think it’s something that could benefit you in the future, work it into your parenting plan.

There is no replacement for physically spending time with your children, but that’s not always possible. For this reason, you should learn more about virtual visitation and then take advantage when it makes sense to do so.

If your ex is making it difficult for you to spend time with your children, look into your legal rights for requesting a parenting plan and/or visitation schedule modification.