TheWashingMachine Sat 18-Apr-20 10:12:57

Congratulations on your baby. I had two very close together, with little help. I had a double buggy which was good as I couldn't keep tabs on both when we were out. A sling did not work for me as my eldest was very active and wanted to walk then sometimes got tired and needed a cuddle. Breastfeeding made it easier as you can just pop a boob out anywhere. I had a terrible time breastfeeding DC1 but persevered with DC2 and was glad of it as it made things logistically easier. I actually think being a teen mum is great as by the time you are 30 they are more independent and you can devote yourself to your career. Are you still studying, if so try and keep going so you keep your options open career wise. Claim every benefit you can and remember children don't need lots of flashy stuff when they are tiny, go for secondhand and just have the basics, bouncy /vibrating baby chair, double buggy, cots. If people offer to help take help. Good luck, lots of teen mums I've seen are awesome.