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Saving account

Hello, Anyone got any advice on the best baby savings account?

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Universal credit question, single mum with 2 kids.

Ok so I'm currently not working as I have a 6 month old, so I just get my U. C payment but I feel like I struggle so much to get by. And just wondered how everyone else in the same situation is getting by? Are you guys left over with any money at the end of the month?

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Need a job

Looking for a wfh job any suggestions

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Question

What made you opt for/ decide to be a SAHM? And how are y’all coping financially? Trying to make a decision before it’s time to return to work lol not easy tbh

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Bank Recommendations?

We are about to move to Houston and want to open a new bank account since our current one is based on Utah and doesn’t have locations in Texas. Does anyone have a recommendation for one that pays well for having money in savings and doesn’t charge fees for using them?

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Going back to school

I graduated in 2018 from high school but wasn’t able to start college until 2021. I completed a year and wasn’t able to go back because I couldn’t afford it. I want to go back to school and at least get my aa degree but I’m lost at what I should major in. I wanted to be an ultrasound technician but after how difficu...

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Would u use your Children benefits money to pay your rent or to save it for them in the long run

My parents are telling me to use my kids money to pay there rent but I don't wanna I am tryna save my kids money I'm trying to break that Generational curse bc everyone in my family using there own kids money I wanna save it so they can have money They want me to touch there money to pay there rent yes I am livi...

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Birth plan??

So this is what I’ve come up with so far ! I am a first time mom so I am trying to have a natural birth and educate myself as much as possible!! Because I don’t want any medicine unless it’s absolutely necessary!!!! Anything I should add or be informed on feel free to comment ! Thanks

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Work

Does anyone know of any remote working jobs? I haven’t got the childcare to find a job other than working from home! But struggling to find one

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Life insurance

Just out of complete curiosity as I’m looking into it for myself now that I have dependent on the mix and only if you’re happy to share…do you have life insurance cover? If so what type of cover is it and who with?

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Maternity

So I'm on holiday at leave at work but have been booked in for an induction a week before my due date. I had to claim maternity allowance as I hadn't been at the job long enough when I found out I was pregnant...do I still have to tell work? Or can I just wait out the week for holiday pay?

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Earning money on maternity leave

Hiya , Does anyone know if you can earn money whilst on maternity leave in NHS. For example , selling products on Etsy or making money from TikTok? Thanks x

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Work from home jobs

Hey my names Helen! I have a 2 year old daughter named Leila. I’m currently in school full time trying to get my bachelors. I’d love a job that I could do from home so I’d be able to spend time with my little one more and bring in some income. If anyone has any ideas or links. Thank you!

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Question about WIC for pa moms!!!

Hey there! Recently, I found out that WIC has changed from being paper checks to a card system. I'm a bit lost since I had it with my first child, but it's been 6 1/2 years since I've had to apply for anything like that. I'm currently 33 weeks pregnant and would love to apply for WIC again, but I'm not sure how to d...

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Remote jobs

Does anyone have any recommendations of any good remote jobs that pay decent? I’m currently still on maternity leave but planning to go back to work sooner. I work at a hospital but the hours are to long and want to stay home with my baby

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Hiring

Are any jobs in the area hiring? I’m 18 weeks pregnant with my second, my oldest is 2 and i’m looking for a job! I’m 18 years old. Can yall help me?

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