I have a great job and so does my boyfriend. but we have a bad habit of spending all of our money. I know we have to save. But I'm 22 he is 26 we are very scared. At least he is supportive of me. But i wouldn't even know how to tell my parents.
If anyone has any recomedations on anything; or any suggestions please let me know. Thank you
2006-12-02 04:26:00 · 20 answers · asked by Carolina C 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I have a great job and so does my boyfriend. but we have a bad habit of spending all of our money. I know we have to save. But I'm 22 he is 26 we are very scared. At least he is supportive of me. But i wouldn't even know how to tell my parents. I don't know anything on pregnancies!!! At least i know alot about babies. so i am not to worried about that...its more on what the hell is going to happen to my life and body. what should i be doing?
If anyone has any recomedations on anything; or any suggestions please let me know. Thank you
2006-12-02 04:31:08 · update #1
Count your blessings! This is wonderful and you guys will make it work. Youll find how amazing it will all come together. A baby is a wonderful miracle. Dont stress just enjoy this time and love the little thing with all your heart. This will be the best experience of your life!! Congradulations, and remember God wont give you more than you can handle!! Enjoy!!!!!
2006-12-02 05:23:24 · answer #1 · answered by mjrcj74 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You had the right to spend the money how it pleased you.They are many good books out there for you about pregnancy's.As for you parents they own nothing on you because you are 22. I am in bit of the same situation a body is like a luxury car nice to have but not a necessity. A baby is like a home it is you. Here is a good book what to expect when you are expecting by heidy murkoff. Remember nothing is never perfect. You seem to have the right mind for you're unborn child love is more important than money. You on the bright side have 2 great incomes coming in. Good Luck
2006-12-02 04:46:16 · answer #2 · answered by other shoes 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I understand you're scared. I'm 36 and just had my first baby and it was scary. It is also the most rewarding, greatest thing I have ever done in my life and I can't believe the beautiful impact this baby has had.
You get so much help when you're pregnant-baby shower gifts, coupons for formula/diapers/etc. You can buy things on eBay. My husband and I are also terrible savers but you find you spend your money first on the baby and the bills, and then whatever is left goes on yourself. It's a pretty easy habit to get into actually.
best of luck to you....
2006-12-02 05:01:22 · answer #3 · answered by Kiss My Shaz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get over your bad habit of spending all your money like you two do, and start saving for a college fund for the little tyke! Look, you may have not planned for this baby, but I didn't plan my first child either.. My husband at the time was working a crappy job making 7 bucks an hour! We made it through and Our firstborn son kicked our asses into gear!! I don't know what I do without my little monkey.. He made me a mom and I'm so grateful for that! We just recently had our daughter in July.. She was planned, but who cares? It happened and you and your b/f need to be excited about this!! Good luck to you...
2006-12-02 04:33:14 · answer #4 · answered by Kat0312 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Well, now that it's done, it's done. All you can do is relax and start making plans. It's scary, I had my daughter at 24 only 2 years ago. I was very scared. You'll be ok. You're lucky to have a supportive boyfriend. That will help. I don't know your parents, but just tell them then it's out in the open and you can deal with it.
good luck
2006-12-02 04:31:30 · answer #5 · answered by Kat H 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
you'll be absolutely fine :)
You're an adult, and I'm sure that your parents will be thrilled that they're going to be grandparents.
There are plenty of books out there to tell you what will happen to your body, and your doctor is also a very good source of information :)
Since you both have really good jobs, finances shouldn't be a problem. You'll never notice your spending habit changes, and definitely start saving for his/her education.
Having a baby is a wonderful thing. Congratulations and good luck!
2006-12-02 04:37:29 · answer #6 · answered by flycreature 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
1st things first, find yourself an OB or midwife. I prefer midwives myself. Getting everything checked out and set up.
I know first hand, parents may be pretty mad. But they will come around.
Drink plenty of water, get prenatal vitamins. I went to our health food store here in town and got Natures Bounty prenatals this last time. Holy cow I felt soooooo good!! Over the counter vitamins are just as good as the prescribed ones. But as far as even the over the counters go. The Natures Bounty is far better!
My first two children weren't exactly planned. But I would never use the word accidents. I prefer to call them surprise miracles. ((I was on birth control pills both times!!)
2006-12-02 04:31:43 · answer #7 · answered by ♥N,K,E&DJ'§ Mommy♥ 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
oh!! come on! sound like you and your bf is having a good relationship, so you shouldn't worry about a thing. You only need to worry if he doesn't take the responsibility to help you raise the child. DON"T do abortion! that isn't even the last thing you want to do neither; killing a child is a sin! Sound like your concern is only with money and finacial situation, there is social help in this country if your parents don't help you. Try to be healthy and don't worry much for the sake of the child. Good luck!
2006-12-02 04:32:55 · answer #8 · answered by nightdude123 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Youll do a fine job all you need to work on is spending money! Cancle all the things you dont need and start buying baby stuff (this is fun also) Your grown so your parents can deal with it or not....its happened now and noone can change that.
Good luck to you!
2006-12-02 04:58:43 · answer #9 · answered by angelmwilson 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're both adults with good jobs..and trust me once you get further along in your pregnancy and start to feel your baby move inside you..it will be motivation to put the baby first & start to save! Don't be afraid..accident or not a baby is always a miracle! Just pray that the baby will be healthy and everything else will work itself out! GOOD LUCK AND CONGRATS
2006-12-02 04:33:12 · answer #10 · answered by mommyof372802 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋