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Nappies, pocket money and returning to work. Only some of the money worries of having a family. There's lots in this section to help you budget, prioritise and inspire you.

Sections

Baby's Arrival

Find out about the costs of starting a family and how you can plan your finances

Longer Term Insurance

Find out about the different types of insurance available

Family Money

How can you make sure the family money stretches far enough?

Teaching Your Kids about Money

Tips on how you can teach your children the value of money

Needs and Wants - Going Back to Work

Things to think about when considering going back to work after a baby

Priorities and Budget - Back to Work

Help with planning ahead on how you are going to spend your money when you go back to work

Priorities and Budget - Families

Help with budgeting the family expenses

Saving Up

Find out about how you can save and how to manage those savings

Planning for Retirement

What can you do to plan for your retirement?

Buy a House

Find out what is possible and work out if it is all worth it!

Planning Your Money Together

You are introduced to joint accounts and joint debts in this section

Celebrations

Work out a budget or a day to remember