Support during pregnancy?

Question

Has anyone ever found any help in the form of support of financial support during pregnancy for young girl. I'm 20 living in Oregon and 6 weeks pregnant now and looking for a little help.

Answer 1

I am so tired of hearing about women or girls that get themselves pregnant and then expect the state to support them. If you don't have the money to raise a baby - don't get pregnant. If you need money, try adoption... You will get all of your bills paid, along with a monthly allowance to live off of up until one month after the baby is born.

Answer 2

Yep!

First of all, congradulations on your pregnancy! Best of wishes to you. Your first step, if you don't have healthcare, is to sign up for "pregnancy medical" through DSHS. You have to make $2500 or less (assuming you have a partner, self, and unborn child - or 3 - in your household - not sure of the numbers for other household sizes). Also see if you can get on food stamps at the same time. If you are REALLY broke and not working you can get TANF (or "welfare") but be aware that there is a 5-year lifetime limit on "welfare" so don't use it unless you absolutely HAVE to. Your next step is to go to the WIC office. Bring proof of pregnancy, your medical coupon from DSHS (or say that you are in progress of applying), and your ID. They will get you three checks for some free food (milk, cheese, eggs, juice, beans, and peanut butter) right away, and every month until 6 months post partum if you bottle feed.... or a year if you choose to breastfeed (which is best! Cheapest! and best for you!) I work for the WIC office in Spokane WA, and have lived in Portland OR. Lastly, be sure to work hard and get plenty of exercise during your pregnancy so you will be physically healthy and continue to get work experience in whatever form you can so someday you can be financially independent. Good luck!

Answer 3

there is not any regulation that asserts he has to supply you something in any respect. you are able to ask him for baby help as quickly as the infant is born, and if he would not desire to be attentive to, bypass to the CSA. they're going to take a definite share of his income and pay them directly to you. while you're pregnant, besides the fact that if, you qualify for loose NHS prescriptions, from once you have your first test (the kind is on the medical doctors in case you havent already crammed it out, merely ask the receptionist). Appointments dont fee something right here in the united kingdom, I dont be attentive to if this is distinctive in eire? It doesnt look like scholars get lots whilst your pregnant, besides the fact that if, as quickly as the infant is born, you are able to declare a advantageous initiate Maternity supply, and in keeping with risk income help for a pair of months. Dont forget approximately to declare for baby income while the youngster is born, and baby Tax credit (undecided how this is proper although while you're no longer working..). you will likely additionally be entitled to Housing income and Council Tax income. sturdy success :)

Answer 4

that is a good question...

I do not know much on getting any child support yet... unless the father were willing to write down the fact he acknowledges this is his child? I do not think you can get it... although you may be able to get retro support from him afterwards...

for assistance, I would check out the following:

social services;

http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/assistance/index.shtml

I know it is not something anyone "wants" to have.. but you would probably be eligible for WIC, food stamps, housing assistance, definitely health ins if you have none.... and possibly some form of cash assistance.. I believe if you already have/or can show that you would be able to support yourself if not pregnant and that at least a portion should be the father's responsibility, he will have to repay that.... but again, I know only what I have read... and they word it so it can easily confuse....

I would contact the local child support services as well..... find out what you could do for support from the father.... if you can request a case open without court order before birth or not...

here is something else you should do asap

go to the local courthouse, the family division/civil... they have the papers there to file for a motion for support.... it will cost some money to file the papers, I am not sure if in your state they allow you to recoup by adding that in your motion so ask! some states allow..... if they do... request from the court support from the father and cite the reasons....keep the emotions OUT, the judge will read it and want the facts... some emotional stuff is understandable since it is not a lawyer preparing it..... but, try and keep the anger and hurt out... let him do that he said/she said bs... (judges look at that as immature and not able to look at a situation realistically, and do not pay as close attention to the rest) request medical ins., offer a visit schedule after the birth (but include a request for parenting classes and anything else needed<-ie if he has a temper....angermanagement and supervised thru state.... if he lives with others request it to be in a neutral location.... ALWAYS show the state you are willing and able to do the best for your baby <--even and especially now... by understanding/demonstrating you know the importance of a father's role.... responsiblility... and rights... it will be in his court whether he accepts the guidelines.... you are not the bad guy....
also request the court costs for filing the motion as well as all other related expenses (mailing, serving papers etc) cite the reasoning as funds are non-existent, father refusing to assist and work with you in a civil manner so you had no recourse but to take it to a neutral party... the court....

in most cases it is plaintiff files, defense has "x" amount of weeks to respond with response or cross motion, plaintiff then has "x" days to respond to this... I found that in between you can write the judge directly (if kept short, sweet and to the point) and everytime you are responsible for making sure the defense gets a copy (cert. mail costs are court related)

be fair in all requests... as well as be willing and able to compromise with the father....

even if you two are getting along and he makes promises, please get it all in writing! thru the courts! it is what they are there for....
I am one who does not like to fight... I left my first husband and did not do any of this at first... I ended up with a very complicated case as a result... he went from being very pleasant to allowing his anger to me, get in the way..... he and I could not agree, get along, he was charged with abuse at one point.. yes, it was real... to our daughter who was only three at the time.. I thought I needed a lawyer, mine was not as good as his.... I went back the next yr and had none... I looked it all up, called the courthouse.... wrote and filed my own papers.... and I won against that same lawyer.... he has taken me to court now after this twice... and I have gone up against his lawyer and won each time.... because I am honest, fair and my feelings are not added into the mix.....

I looked up the court system for your state... I do not know the county you are in... but this site link should get you all the info and numbers you need... it has what looks to be a great self help section;

http://www.ojd.state.or.us/

thank you very much for taking the time to read this.. I know... I am longwinded!! I apologize for that...
I hope this has helped.. if I can be of further assistance, do not hesitate to email me via the email elusive_001 in profile
good luck...!
relax and try not to stress on everything... it is not good for you or baby.... and yes... I have been where you are and know... me saying it does not pay the bills.... but, try...
smile congrats and;
you are doing great!
remember that always
one day at a time :)

Answer 5

This may help, you should go apply ASAP. Good luck and Congrats!
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/assistance/cash/tanf.shtml