It is becoming increasingly difficult for parents to afford the costs associated with having children. The cost of childcare is forcing many women out of the workplace, and putting parents already struggling into financial hardship.
This coupled with the rising cost of living is having a big impact on people's finances so there is no better time than now to check that you are receiving any financial help that you are entitled to as a new parent. There are a number of funds set up to help parents that you may not know about.
It is important that you access the financial help that you are entitled to. We have collated a list of support you could claim as a parent and how to apply for it.
