Bring a child into the world?

I only earn about €1,200 a month working 30 hours a week and have no training. A friend wants a child. We live separately. Should I really do this? Do I have to pay if I earn so little? What are the advantages and disadvantages? Can you explain to me?

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Rockige
1 year ago

So she wants a child… by chance from you. Why you? Are you a couple? Or does she see a sperm donor in you?

However, you would still be obliged to pay maintenance to the child.

And it wouldn’t just stay there…. Funding this and that for the child, giving gifts, by the way, exerting more or less the role of father (possibly at part-time, as is the case if you have a child on leasing).

A child is not a pet or utility – one is responsible for the child for a very long time. Sometimes far more than the standard 18 years. Even if one is “only” the producer and the child lives mainly with the other biological parent.

I wouldn’t do it, not just because you were asked. Also regarding the possible future of our own. A “child on leasing” may scare some potential future partners?

Rosenmary
1 year ago

Your girlfriend wants a child or a friend wants a child?

Don’t let yourself be exploited. A child has earned both parents as much as possible and you will be exploited as a free sperm donor and a later dependant.

You can never take a better paid job because you can always print more.

TheMonkfood
1 year ago

I’ll think about you. I guess.

Simdob150800
1 year ago

The decision to put a child into the world should always be carefully weighed. Here are some advantages and disadvantages to consider:

Advantages:

  • A child can be a fulfilling experience and enrich life.
  • It can be a chance to build and strengthen a close relationship with your partner.
  • Children can give a sense of purpose and responsibility.

Cons:

  • Having a child can be very expensive. It can bring additional financial burdens through additional expenses such as diapers, clothing, food, medical care and education.
  • If you don’t earn enough money, it can be hard to provide your child adequately and provide him with a good quality of life.
  • A child can also bring time burdens and limitations, which can limit your freedom and flexibility.

If you and your girlfriend decide to have a child, there are various financial support that you may need to cover the costs. In Germany, for example, there are child money and parental allowances that can help reduce the financial burden. However, you should note that the income can also lead to you having to pay maintenance if you and your girlfriend are separated and the child lives with her.

It is important that you also take into account the long-term effects, especially if you have no training and have a low income. If you decide to have a child, you should also remember how to address your professional goals and career opportunities in the future to build a better financial future for you and your child. It is important that you take this decision carefully and take into account all possible consequences.

LG Simon

Chrissi0308
1 year ago

You should think about that. You will have at least 18 to 25 years of responsibility towards this being. And if it’s “just” maintenance. In the case of income, the state will go in advance as soon as you better earn, you will have to pay yourself. Look at Dusseldorfer 😉 on the other hand, this child becomes older and at the latest in kindergarten ask you why you do not live together.

I can only advise you if the wish is one-sided.

Giwalato
1 year ago

No!

  • She’s a friend, not your girlfriend
  • A child has a right to both parents
  • A child has maintenance claims to you as a father
  • A child is eligible.

If you only work 30 hours a week now, you can use the free time for your further qualification. So that you have a better long-term perspective.

And your own family, if you want it.

Giwalato

ShimaG
1 year ago

I’d guess. With 1200 euros, you might get over the rounds, but if you still have to pay maintenance, you’ll probably be too little.

You should also consider whether you can financially support your girlfriend and child in the long term so that your child has a good childhood and later has good chances of living a happy life.

And last but not least, you should consider if your girlfriend is the partner you want to have a child.

tutnix913
1 year ago

you don’t even deserve enough money to take care of yourself. then how would you keep for the child and the mother? What do you pay the child’s first equipment?

make a training first, then look for sensible work then you can think about children in a few years.

Takasha
1 year ago

The more important concern should be if you want a child yourself. No matter how much you deserve. Especially if you’re looking to have to pay aliments, that’s not a cornerstone for a child.

Romy0
1 year ago

“A friend”? So not your girlfriend? Wouldn’t I recommend you… unless you want it?

ProxiCent
1 year ago

How high is your girlfriend’s income?

ProxiCent
1 year ago
Reply to  ragen20233

Then it’s okay, are you ready to take care of an annoying toddler that can be extremely stressful and time-consuming?

if so, then you’ll take care of the baby after the first year of parental leave your girlfriend earning the money.

This makes sense in income. If you go to the crèche for 1.5 years, you can do remote study or so, from home in your free hours when the child is from the house

DreiGegengifts
1 year ago

This depends on whether you want a child and you want to raise a child.