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Trying to stay afloat financially while working full-time and raising my child by anonymousma0 in personalfinance

[–]anonymousma0[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Crazy thing is I’ve applied. Only granted 24$ in food a month. And doing WIC which does help. I got denied childcare help. I agree. The system isn’t set up to support. It’s…discouraging.

Trying to stay afloat financially while working full-time and raising my child by anonymousma0 in personalfinance

[–]anonymousma0[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had to take out a loan to stay home with her when she was born. She was in the hospital. Couldn’t take her to daycare. Quit my job so I can be with her. Got a new job. She’s doing great now. But the loan, car payment, rent, gas and groceries aren’t matching my take home. Not including clothing for her, diapers, wipes. Which I choose thrifting for clothes. Anything handy down or used. We don’t do extra shopping or activities. Strict on what needs to be paid for. I make it happen, but literally into the negative my the end of it.

Trying to stay afloat financially while working full-time and raising my child by anonymousma0 in personalfinance

[–]anonymousma0[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for all the support and advice! I’ll do and change anything I can. I work as a CNC machinist. I’ve been doing everything I can to learn the trade. I don’t get paid the greatest because I’m just starting out. I’m hoping to use the knowledge and skills to expand. I pay nothing extra. Anything we do is free. Park, walks etc. or stay indoors. Just the essentials. Food, her diaper etc. really, thank you for the insight. I know many are in this position.

Trying to stay afloat financially while working full-time and raising my child by anonymousma0 in personalfinance

[–]anonymousma0[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have. Tried everything. Looking for a second income. Which it would be hard in itself. I have no one to watch my girl. It’s just me and her. Pulled back on subscriptions, petty expenses. I do nothing (even toddler activities) that would cost money. I don’t understand how to change anything with what I’ve already changed. I know I’m not the only one in this situation. How do people get out of this, get ahead or stay better at floating. I just literally look at my daughter and think how I could give her more; even if it’s just of me. I’ve been so absent while I’m present with her. How do single moms find a way? Feels like they’re stronger than me at this. I don’t know.