Are two parents even necessary these days or is that too 1950s?

@Mamapolo2016 it's getting pretty close that way. I always grew up in poor areas so it's different in poor areas

@seashells Or more single parents need to live in poorer areas.

Of course it's possible to raise a child alone. Many people have. But it's not the best way.

@Mamapolo2016 well yeah my mom worked at a gas station. You can't live in a good area on that wage. Trust me I know cause I work somewhere similar

@seashells Part, but only part, of the benefit of a two-parent home is if TWO people work at gas stations they still won't live rich, but they'll live better.

@seashells Can you get more education so that you can get a better job? Do you want more education? I think you can.

@PoetryNEmotion not really. I'm broke and theres a baby coming and they cost a lot. Then theres not going to be time between work and the baby

@seashells And where is the father? Tell me he is going to support you financially in part? Spend time with his baby? It is hard. I raised a son and went to nursing school and worked. I had a husband at the time who supported me in doing that. But it was still severe. Do you have family or friends that can help?

@PoetryNEmotion the father pretty much doesnt want to help or be in the kids life. When I asked for money he told me no and just doesnt bother. I dont really have family and I dont know if any friends could help. Some are in not the best positions themselves

@seashells Take him to court. He helped make this baby. He can help support it financially. It won't cost you I think. He can pay. Friends can support you emotionally. Being pregnant is a big thing. If you have a support group, you can talk with other expectant mothers. It will help. Contact social services in your area. They can give you info. And maybe even help financially. You don't have to do this all alone.