How to prepare for the birth of a child in the United States, if you do not have money
'09.06.2020'
Source: "Queen in the USA" on Yandex.Zen
Americans are incredibly family oriented. If pregnancy occurred during a period of lack of money (for example, because you are a newly-made immigrant), then you will not be left to their own devices, the author of the channel writes. "Queen in the USA" on Yandex.Zen. Next - from the first person.
I’ll tell you how it works in the state of California, where I live. There are a sufficient number of government programs that support financially. This is cash, and money for food, and free medical insurance.
Nutrition and Lactation Support
There is a wonderful WIC program (Women, Infants, and Children). She supplies the expectant mother with checks for the most necessary food: milk, cheese, eggs, vegetables / fruits, breakfast cereals, etc. Later, checks for baby food are added to them: all types of mashed potatoes and porridge for feeding. They give small gifts: books, toys.
In addition, this program supports women during lactation. They conduct seminars, participants at any time can turn to their lactation consultants for free and receive not only comprehensive information, but also practical assistance in establishing breastfeeding.
Help other moms
Very great support is provided by the mum community in social networks. The one and only post that you are experiencing financial difficulties and are ready to take everything that their children grew up from will provide you with everything you need and more.
Believe me, these will be bags of clothes, cribs, playpens, strollers, swings and other accessories, which are often given away for free, as long as someone picks it up.
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If for some reason this method does not suit you, you can contact the church. There, people have been working with families in difficult situations for years and aid schemes have long been established.
Low cost purchase
If you have any minimum funds, you can purchase everything you need at a low price through the MarketPlace applications on Facebook, OfferUp, Letgo, NextDoor, Craigslist.
Morally you will not be let down
As soon as the size of the abdomen leaves no doubt about pregnancy, you will become the object of universal attention and tenderness. Now many will smile at you and greet, and often cheer, start conversations.
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