What is the Disneyland Dad syndrome?

The Disneyland Dad syndrome is the phenomenon that has the non-custodial parent, usually the father, seeing the kids so infrequently that when he does, he feels the need to impress them with fun, exciting, and expensive opportunities. It transforms him from a parent into an entertainer, and it actually weakens the relationship between his kids and him, rather than his implied goal of strengthening it. The kids don't get to spend authentic time with that parent, because he's going 100 miles an hour to try to get on their good side.

My solutions to this problem are to have as equal a parenting schedule as possible without damaging the kids' routines or the parents' need for stability and to earn their livings. Sometimes, it is also helpful to include in your divorce agreement how much you will be spending on the children for birthdays, holidays, and regular entertainment.