how do i prepae my self mentally for another child knowing there is not enough finance.?

Answer 1

Theres always enough money. Its just figuring out what else you can do without.

Cloth diapers, home made baby food, breast feeding. not eating out, not driving when you can help it, shopping at places like Aldi and only buying JUST what you need to prepare a meal from scratch and not quickly.

trust me. My mom fed 9 people on 50 bucks a week for most of my childhood, and my dad was the only one who worked, didnt even make ten bucks an hour. That was only 5 years ago, and we NEVER got ANY government aid.

It can be done, its just about what you're willing to do.

besides that, therse always work you can do. Take in kids, clean houses, work from home on the computer, make things to sell on ebay.

Trust me, unless you like in mexico or are on welfare you can certainly survive.

Answer 2

There are so many government programs. You can sign up on WIC now and recieve things for yourself like milk, cheese, peanut butter and things like that. After the baby is born they will give you formula too. You may also look into food stamp, AFDC, energy check(pay you eletric bills), HUD (housing), and Medicaid (these can be found at your Department for Women and Children) or porgrams like Habitat for Humanity. If you aren't at poverty level and can't recieve those things than all I can say is SAVE SAVE SAVE. I pinch every penny, well sometimes. Kids will be kids and you can do your best to give them what they need financially. In the end though you need to focus on your health and that of your child and ENJOY your baby. Life is to precious to think about money all the time.

And to the person who said Adoption, I hate how people are so cruel to each other. It is hard enough! Even the richest of people aren't always READY for a baby. ( What does READY really mean)

Answer 3

Start taking online classes, and hope that you'll eventually be able to get a better job.
Brainstorm ways to get the baby's things for free or cheap.
Create a budget, and stick to it.
Do what you can to improve your credit, and see if you can get a loan before the baby's due.
After the baby's born, get on birth control until you have enough money to have another one.
Try to find other people to swap childcare with.
If you and your partner have 2 cars, get rid of one.
Try to get a roomate, or find a cheaper place to live.
Get on foodstamps or welfare if you can (temporarily, I mean, not as a "career"!), and look into food banks and local churches for donations of household goods and baby stuff.

This is all a lot of work, but it'll allow you to sleep better at night!

Answer 4

Tell yourself that God gives you what you Need. You may not be able to get everything you want, but you've got a wonderful family who loves you very much. Love shuold take the place for money. You can seek help from friends from your baby shower, you can try to get WIC (Women, Infants, Child), and you can even go to your local County Assistance Office for help as well. Also, try to conserve on electricity by shutting off things you aren't using. Also, make smart meals, like pasta because it feeds many people and it is very cheap to make. You can do this, just relax and put your hands in God! Good luck, I'll say a prayer.

Answer 5

I think you need to prepare yourself financially as well as mentally.
Don't make yourselves and your firstborn suffer for want of another child. If you are young enough, consider waiting a few years and then ask yourselves the same question. Firstly, are there any cultural or religious pressures being brought to bear on your decision to have another baby? If not, then I would suggest that, if you are still quite young, waiting another 2 to 4 years to see how your finances pan out.

Answer 6

Dear I have three children you never have the money or are you ready always . Just remember the good Lord will never make a mouth he cant feed. All so their are so many people that would love to have a new born .

I will say this in closing if I were you I would PRAY ABOUT THIS

GOD BLESS L.Hayes

Answer 7

Have you got enough love? Are you already pregnant and do you really want a child. If the answer is yes, then you'll manage just fine.

Money can be a worry, I know, but you'll get by.

Best wishes.

Answer 8

I know that it is hard. I just had my 2nd baby. There are alot of places that will help. Churches, local food banks( they help with baby food, formula, diapers, wipes, all kind of stuff). Look on the web for assistance for single moms or assistance with baby supplies. Also try for donations. Start saving now and it won't seem so overwhelming. Hit up garage sales and resale shops. Good luck!

Answer 9

you know what i have 4 now and i never thought i would be able to afford 4 kids, i am a single mother, i work 40 hrs a week, its never enough but we always manage to get by ( not poor or ghetto) but comfortable, when your in that situation you will make it, because i know when it comes to my kids, ill do anything to keep them happy and having the things they need and want.....just know that you Will make it through just fine....

Answer 10

start saving NOW and if there isnt enough money then go to the local DCF or CPS and ask them how to sign up for food stamps, WIC, Medicaid, and Cash asst. They can direct you to the correct offices and they you can start that process now.