I'm currently in the process of getting divorced from my STBXW and I have been testing out online calculators for child support. We have been married for 8 years now. We have 2 kids (4 year old and a 2 year old) and I want to be able to see them often. Going to try my hardest to battle for 50/50 custody.

After taxes, I make around $120,000 per month so I don't think I would be taking a huge financial hit from this divorce. Some of these online calculators have been telling me the max I would pay in child support would be around $25,000. I'm not sure how much I believe that number, it seems pretty low.

I will be hiring a divorce lawyer soon so plan to consult with him/her about this. My wife and I are still on good terms for the most part, it's just that our lives aren't compatible since I'm gone most of the time due to work and travel.

I am totally fine with co-parenting as long as it's 50/50 custody (I won't accept any less - I love my kids). Ideally, I would like a 2/2/5/5 custody schedule, which gives me a good balance to focus on myself and my kids.

Can you guys give me an idea on how much you pay for child support based on your income? Are you still able to enjoy yourself and save money even after your child support payments?