Make your place feel like home for your kids.
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Custody Weekend Apartment Checklist
Make your place feel like home—even if it's small
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🛏️Their Space
Essential
- A bed or sleeping area for each child
- A drawer or bin for their clothes
- A spot for their stuff (toys, books, comfort item)
- Nightlight if they need one
- Something on the wall they picked out
Pro tip: Let them choose at least ONE thing for their space
🚿Bathroom
Essential
- Their toothbrush (don't make them pack one)
- Kid shampoo/soap
- Step stool if needed
- Towel that's 'theirs'
Pro tip: Same brand toiletries as mom's house = comfort
🍽️Kitchen
Essential
- Their favorite cup/plate/bowl
- 3-5 snacks they love
- Easy breakfast stuff
- One 'special treat' food
Pro tip: Stock their favorite cereal before they arrive
🛋️Living Area
Comfort
- Games or activities
- Streaming login for kids' shows
- Blanket for movie nights
- Spot where you eat together
Pro tip: Movie night tradition = something to look forward to
❤️The Feeling
Connection
- Framed photo of you + kids
- Something that smells familiar (same detergent)
- Your house rules (keep it simple: 3 max)
- Ask them: 'What would make this feel more like home?'
Pro tip: The question alone shows them they matter
Bonus: Things That Make a Big Difference
- Keep some of their clothes at your place permanently
- Have duplicates of comfort items (blankets, stuffed animals)
- Create one tradition that's only at Dad's house
- Involve them in one decorating decision
- Keep their artwork displayed
You don't need a big place.
You need a place where they know they belong. That's what makes it home.
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