When determining child arrangements for contact, courts make considerations on a variety of factors, with the ultimate goal of promoting the best interests of the child and promoting a good relationship with both parents. Here are some of the most common considerations that courts take into account:

• The child’s age, gender, and physical and mental health
• The parents’ physical and mental health
• The parents’ ability to provide for the child’s basic needs, including food, shelter, clothing, and medical care
• The parents’ ability to provide for the child’s emotional needs, including love, affection, and guidance
• The child’s relationship with each parent and other family members, such as siblings and grandparents
• The parents’ ability to cooperate with each other and make joint decisions regarding the child
• The child’s preferences, if the child is old enough to express a preference and the court determines it to be appropriate
• The geographic proximity of the parents’ homes and the impact on the child’s education and social life
• Any history of domestic violence or abuse by either parent
• Any other relevant factors that may impact the child’s well-being.

It’s important to note that the specific factors considered by courts can vary depending many factors considered throughout the court proceedings and any other circumstances of the case. Additionally, courts may give more weight to certain factors over others, depending on the specific facts of the case. Ultimately, the court’s decision will be based on what it believes is in the best interests of the child.