Although contact times depend on circumstances and the Family Advocate has made these recommendations
SUGGESTED AGE APPROPRIATE ACCESS
| Age of child | Frequency and duration | Overnight | Vacation in time without contact with primary parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 – 6 months | Longer periods if contact is regular. If weekly, three hours per visit. Shorter, more frequent periods of contact are suggested, 2 to 3 times per week | No | No |
| 7 – 19 months | The same as for 0 – 6 months | No | Not really |
| 18 – 36 months | Weekly contact. If during weekends, a portion of one or both days. Long weekend visits are not recommended. Acceptable for three-year-olds | Possibly acceptable for three-year-olds | Possibly. Many factors. One week or less for older children in this age group |
| 3 – 5 years | Predictable contact is important. Weekly time, if possible. Full weekends or two other days and nights at this stage | Yes, usually | Yes. Possibly longer than a week for younger children. Higher limits of two weeks for older children |
| 6 – 12 years | The same as above where an additional overnight is applicable for this age | Yes | Yes. Two weeks or longer. It is possible to exchange the primary residence during holidays with reversed time sharing for the stage |
| Adolescence | Focus should be on the needs of the teenager while parental responsibility and supervision is maintained | Yes. Optional | Yes. Increased sensitivity regarding activities and schedules for this group (work, organised sport, etc) |
Source
https://www.bregmans.co.za/contact-times-with-minor-children/