What are some common types of custody arrangements?

There are various types of custody arrangements that can be established for children after a separation or divorce. Joint custody, where both parents share legal and physical custody, is becoming more popular. Sole physical custody is granted to one parent who is responsible for the child's daily routines and decision-making. Sole legal custody gives one parent the authority to make major decisions about the child's welfare, while the other parent may have only visitation rights. Split custody is a rare arrangement where siblings may be divided between parents due to a specific circumstance. Finally, bird's nest custody is an arrangement where the child remains in one home, while the parents alternate living with the child in that same home.

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