Re: 17 & very possibly pregnant. Help? -
October 15th 2013, 10:37 PM
Ok, over a half a month ago.
Also, some things to consider.
How are you going to pay for stuff?
Do you have a job?
What kind of schooling do you think you would pursue?
What happens if you do not agree with whoever you move into?
How long would you stay there?
What help would you expected to do?
What about contributing towards any bills?
What about cellphone? Are you on the family plan?
What about the health insurance? If you have it through your parents, will you lose it? If you're on medicaid, will it continue?
How will you get around? Will whoever you move in with have to drive you around? If you have a car, will you be able to use it after you moved or is it in your parents' name?
I'd recommend getting something in writing for your own legal protection before you move. Too many people have moved in with family members or friends only to wear out their welcome. It'll give both sides an opportunity to bring forth expectations and address potential issues. I'd recommend contributing something even if it is 50 dollars a month.
I would also recommend looking for a job in that area now so you may have one lined up before you move. It's entering the down time of hiring for retail and no one may hire till next March. That is a real possibility. I moved several hours away from my old job a few years ago and couldn't get one till mid-February (then 10 retail stores called me).
Another thing to remember is that if you start a job and have not worked for the company for a year, you will not be entitled to FMLA benefits meaning you cannot take the unpaid pregnancy leave if they do not want to let you take it. Meaning you may be returning to work very early or even possibly the same week if you want to keep the job you have.
Health insurance is something you should figure out now so that way if you do not have it when you move, you can try to figure out Obamacare or go through the state.
Will you have transportation? Even if you bought the car yourself, chances are it would be in your parents' name. Would there be an issue trying to transfer it to your name when you turn 18 and try to move? How will you afford insurance on the car? Same with cellphone. Will your parents shut it off if it is in their name in anger or report the phone stolen?
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