Teen Pregnancy help

[YoungDad1703]

My girlfriend and I have been dating for 2 years so far and are expecting a baby (very unplanned and unexpected but still loved). I graduate this year and I plan on studying at university, continuing my part time job and moving in with her at the 8 month mark. Should I pick up a second job along with what I am currently doing but sacrifice spending time with our baby and my partner or if I continue with my plan that way I can provide more than just financial support?

Having had a part time job at University (and no baby!), I would definitely advise against getting a second. You need to focus on your studies as much as possible, and 2 jobs won't leave much time for anything else.

Your girlfriend will need more than just financial support, so I think spending time with her and your baby will do you all the world of good.

In terms of financial support, are either of you entitled to any benefits? If so, make sure you claim them - no sense in struggling if you don't need to.

Good luck with the baby and University :)

I agree, you need to be around to support her and do your bit with the Baby. Do you expect her to just get on with it?

Baby's don't need a lot spending on them.

Save as much as you can before the baby arrives, but make sure after he/she arrives you have time for you / partner / baby.

Babies, even.

I would stick with one part time job so you have time for your partner, the baby, your studies, and yourself of course - make sure you don't pile so much on yourself that you have no time to breathe. Your own mental health is important. Good luck. :)

You guys are all incredible thank you so much! I couldn't decide what to do but I agree with all of you in only doing one part time job

Some university courses discourage any part time job due to the hours needed for the course, so make sure this doesn't apply to you.

Also, you have to do the short term pain for long term gain, ie complete that university degree which should hopefully improve your employment prospects for the future, meaning you will earn more long term and be in a better financial position.

Is your girlfriend also looking to go to university at some point? There may be help available (childcare) for her to continue her studies when she is ready.

Hopefully you have lots of family/friends supporting you both. It isn't easy but it is also very rewarding being a parent. Be as hands on as you can be.

She will 2 years after we both graduate this year as a mature age student.
And i'm petrified haha, but I love her and after seeing the ultrasound and seeing the baby do a little dance I know i'd do anything for both of them so short term pain for long term gain is something I will definitely be able to handle.