RadarOnline has learned that TLC reality stars Jon Gosselin and Kate Gosselin have come to a custody agreement for their eight children this Thanksgiving. Â After a very public divorce, the two have decided that Kate will have the kids on Thanksgiving, while Jon and his girlfriend, Ellen Ross, will celebrate Thanksgiving with the kids on a different day. Â While no agreement has been set on how the divided family will spend Christmas, a similar arrangement may follow.
What are ways to make the holidays enjoyable after a divorce?
Cupid’s Advice:
Dueling parents is no way to celebrate the holidays, especially with young ones around. Â As difficult as it may be, putting aside your differences for a few days will do everyone good in the long run:
1. Make a schedule: One of the best and easiest ways to avoid fights on the holidays is to make a schedule.  One parent gets the kids one year and the other gets the kids the following year.  It’s not an ideal situation, but it’s better than holiday drama.
2. Rotate: Split up the time by day. Â Perhaps one parent will always see the children on Christmas Eve while the other parent gets Christmas Day. Â Make it clear that Santa Claus makes exceptions and may come more than one day in their situation!
3. Look to the future: In a few years, the kids will be grown and what will have become your holiday routine will slowly disappear. Â When the kids begin to decide on their own, act like Switzerland and stay neutral on the decision making process.
