"Offers concrete help with one of the most difficult aspects of a separation: figuring out how to parent together in a way that's best for your children and works for both of you. The seventh edition is completely updated including new information on moveaway laws"--Provided by publisher.

Originally published: Building a parenting agreement that works / by Mimi E. Lyster. 6th ed. 2007.

Taking stock of your situation -- An introduction to parenting agreements -- Getting organized -- How to negotiate a parenting agreement -- Building your agreement -- Basic elements -- More parenting issues -- Serious situations -- Special challenges -- Child support, alimony, and jointly owned property -- Making mediation and arbitration work for you -- Making changes -- Understanding your children's needs -- Multiracial, multicultural, and international families -- Nontraditional families -- State and federal laws affecting child custody -- Help beyond the book.