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ARTICLE · 24 JANUARY 2022

Co-parenting and vaccination disagreements

Most separated or divorced parents share parental responsibilities and have an equal say in their child's medical issues.

AustraliaFamily and Matrimonial

The current topic of COVID-19 vaccinations has polarised many co-parents who are struggling to reach an agreement.

Most parents who are separated or divorced and sharing parental responsibilities have an equal say when it comes to their child's medical issues. This is unless there is a Court Order for sole parental responsibility. The following tips can help you find a way forward if you are disagreeing with your co-parent about vaccination.

How can we reach agreement?

The first step is to communicate with the other parent to try and reach an amicable agreement.

The best interests of the child must be at the forefront of any negotiations. This focus can sometimes help negotiations and facilitate a resolution between parents.

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