Honestly, HOW do people afford childcare costs?
I have an awesome job that I worked very, very hard to get. I have guaranteed potential to move up once I've completed my degree. I don't want to sacrifice my job. I'm also the breadwinner.
We only have £700 a month leftover between us after all bills have gone out. We only have one car that we share. We can't cut anymore costs unless we started eating air.
We wouldn't be able to afford the £1000 per month for daycare. If one of us stayed at home, we wouldn't be able to afford to eat.
No grandparents who can look after the baby because they can't afford to retire.
I know people talk about tax credits for childcare, but what do these actually do?
I'm nearly 30 and beginning to wonder if my financial position will improve in time to beat the biological clock...
Thank so much....
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Can't afford a baby. Nearly crying as I type this.
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arimelda · 13/02/2020 15:29
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