Relationship just ended, 4 month old baby, currently on mat leave

[Sherrybev]

Renting with now ex boyfriend and 4 month old baby whilst on mat leave.. in the house currently as only happened today, first baby, first time living with someone, I have no idea what my rights are, who to speak to and I barely have a family to lean on. Any help would be massively appreciated as I don't know where to start, all I know is I want my little Ruby to be okay, please help? We're on a joint tenancy, I would usually work FT but I'm on mat leave currently, he wants me out of the house, also I don't think I'd be able to afford on my own anyway. I just need to know what to do where to go, I want my little one to be ok I'm happy to live wherever as long as she's okay

You need to decide between the two of you who is staying in the house. If you need to move then you can approach your local council and housing associations but they may have long waiting lists so you may also need to consider private renting by yourself.
As long as you don't have savings over 16k then you should be able to make a claim for Universal credit to help with rental costs. If you already claim Uc as a couple then you need to report a change and switch your claim to a single one. Your local council may be able to help with a deposit for a private rental if you do need to go down that route. You may also qualify for some council tax support whilst on mat leave. You could speak to CAB who could offer advise on housing issues and benefits. Also put in a claim for child maintenance asap if you are your ex cannot agree on this amicably.

Have a look at this as to what help you can receive whilst you are on mat leave. And he will obviously have to contribute to supporting the baby financially. www.entitledto.co.uk/

Sending you lots of love. I found myself a single mum from pregnant and it's a very emotional time but you have lots of time and love with your baby and it will get easier x x