Had to use baby’s savings 😢
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Yeah I 100% agree with @Sophie! We haven’t even set up a savings account for our LO, we had intentions to but our priorities have changed since having him and making sure he’s got everything he needs right now - savings are a great idea but it’s best to do it if you’re able to and if the timing is right so please don’t beat yourself up about it
Oh I wouldn’t worry about dipping into the savings. You baby isn’t going to miss it - he has no concept of money. I’d just make a point of paying it back later. I’m sure you know that if you are a nurse you will have to go back at some point or your registration will lapse. Also you would have to pay back you employers maternity contributions if you don’t go back for a wee bit. Have you considered part time working or changing to a specialty you enjoy. Not all nurses work on typical wards - and even less enjoy ward work 😣 If you don’t enjoy your job there are so many options out there. A complete career change is also an option.
Don't worry you can always build it back up but you can't get the time back with your baby that's how I would see it 🥰 don't have any advice on the work front sorry
Just want to say a massive thank you for all of you who commented and liked comments. It’s made me feel so much better! Like everyone has said it can be rebuilt again when I go back to work! I’m thinking of a new career change I just don’t love or even enjoy nursing anymore. Thank you all so so much again ❤️❤️
I just wanted to say, please don't beat yourself up about using babies savings. It's much more important right now that your house is paid for and providing a warm loving home for your baby is much more important. You have so much time to save again if you are able but children don't remember what's given, they remember the love they receive, that's what matters x