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Breakup, 2 children and starting again with nothing

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Nessie1987 · 20/10/2021 20:57

Hi all, I have split with my fiancé of 4 years, very randomly he all of a sudden doesn’t want me anymore. I’m starting from scratch, luckily he will help me get a rented house he has said. My son is 10 and my daughter to him 3. I’m really struggling emotionally. He isn’t right for me very very controlling because he has his own business nice cars and the house is his. Material things don’t matter to me. Always getting kicked out so I’m finally going. Does anyone have any tips for sorting a possible new house with nothing? And I have no family my mum dad and sister all passed away. Feeling really lost. I’d even really like to see if I can find a friend in the same situation.
Thanks Vanessa x

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unicornsarereal72 · 20/10/2021 22:22

I'm so sorry you are in this position. Have you spoken to your housing department. Many have scheme to help with deposits etc

Are you working. Have you start the all rolling for Benefits.

Gather support around you. From friends. Or professionals. And just take each day as it comes.

Remember it gets easier in time.

OhamIreally · 28/10/2021 13:02

That sounds really tough.
Are you getting CMS for your ten year old? If not, claim now. Claim also for your three year old although if your ex is self employed he may be able to fiddle the amount - lots do.
Then your three year old should be getting a free nursery place which should free you up for some paid work.
Your ten year old should be able to do some chores and help in the house.
It won't be easy but you will be mistress of your own destiny which is priceless.

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