We had a 50-minute virtual session today. Client logged in looking really stressed and said they’ve been struggling with pregnancy and all the financial pressure that comes with it. They said quote 'I don’t know how we’re going to afford everything once the baby comes' unquote. They talked about how the costs of preparing for a baby—like medical bills, baby gear, and everything else—are really starting to add up, and it’s been making them feel overwhelmed.
We spent some time talking about how important it is to take things one step at a time. I suggested breaking down their financial worries into smaller, manageable pieces, like focusing on what they need to prepare before the baby arrives and what can wait until later. We also discussed looking into local resources, like food banks, second-hand stores, and community programs that offer assistance to expectant parents. Their homework is to make a list of their most immediate needs and to explore some of the community resources we talked about. They seemed a bit calmer by the end of the session, like they had a clearer plan. We’ll meet again next week to follow up.