Child support is required until the child turns 18 or graduates from high school. A computerized formula is used to determine the proper amount of child support to be paid based on the income of both parents and there are several factors that can be taken into account such as: considered in the formula such as:

• The income of both parents
• The time each parent spends with the child
• The cost of health care and uninsured health care expenses
• Extracurricular activities; and
• Daycare