DuohemEvery Other Weekend Plus Midweek Overnight
The every-other-weekend-plus-midweek-overnight schedule gives Home 2 one weekend in every two-week rotation and a midweek overnight each week. It repeats every 14 days, with 9 nights in Home 1 and 5 nights in Home 2.
The first four weeks
Home 1Home 2
How it works
Starting on a Monday, the children spend Monday and Tuesday nights in Home 1, Wednesday night in Home 2, and Thursday night in Home 1. They then spend Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights in Home 2.
In the second week, the children spend Monday and Tuesday nights in Home 1, Wednesday night in Home 2, and Thursday through Sunday nights in Home 1. The pattern then repeats, creating 6 handovers across the 14-day cycle.
Your calendar
Change the start date to match your family. Days in each home are coloured.
Home 1Home 2
What parents like
- The midweek overnight helps both parents stay connected during the school week.
- The longer weekend gives Home 2 meaningful, uninterrupted time.
- The 14-day rhythm is predictable and easy to place on a calendar.
- Home 1 provides a consistent base for most school nights and weekdays.
What to think about
- Six handovers per cycle require clear communication and reliable timing.
- The midweek overnight can feel busy when school, activities, or homework are demanding.
- The 9/5 split may feel uneven if both parents want similar amounts of overnight time.
Works best for
This schedule can work well for many families who want one parent to have every other weekend while keeping a regular midweek overnight. It may suit children who manage transitions comfortably and parents who live close enough for school and activity routines to continue smoothly.
Tips
- Use a shared calendar showing all 14 days, handover times, school events, and activities.
- Agree in advance where handovers happen and what happens if a child is sick or an activity runs late.
- Keep school items, clothing, medication, and comfort items easy to access in both homes.
- Review the arrangement after a few cycles and discuss what feels smooth or difficult for the children.
Questions and answers
How many nights does each parent have in this schedule?
Home 1 has 9 nights and Home 2 has 5 nights in each 14-day cycle, a 64/36 split.
How often does the midweek overnight happen?
Home 2 has one midweek overnight in each week of the 14-day cycle, shown as Wednesday nights in the example pattern.
How many handovers are there?
There are 6 handovers during each 14-day cycle. The exact time and location can be agreed around school, work, and activities.
Who has the weekend in this schedule?
Home 2 has Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights in the first week of the cycle. Home 1 has the second weekend, and the arrangement then repeats.
General information, not legal advice. What is best depends on your children and your situation.