Kind18, is the money you are talking about the CSA calculation? I looked at it, and I can afford it even if I had no custody. I do pretty well financially in my job. She has said CSA, so it's going to happen. Good to know that I can ask my employer, and get flexible hours. That is the reason I didn't think I could. I absolutely want as much time with my kids as possible. The wildcard is the little one. Wouldn't it be disruptive to shuttle her around? I'd love to see her, but she is only just over a year old.
I'm confused about your comment on binding agreement. If I formally say I'm paying CSA, does that not protect things?