Pregnant, self employed, mortgage and single...what

avc_3

Hi, I am single, self employed and have a mortgage. My baby is due in September and I really don't know what I am eligible for in terms of financial help.

I have little work now as the market is so depressed (although I am trying but when no one has any money to spend it is nigh on impossible unless I change career direction completely) and I am 25 weeks pregnant.

Any advice appreciated, I have spent ages on the phone today to various 'advice'?! lines and am totally confused.
many thanks in advance
Anna

Indie_Kid

You'll get child benefit and child tax credits (if income is low enough) once baby is born. Are you planning on returning to work?

avc_3

Yes definately, its just a case of whether the work is there in my current business. I normally would work about 10-25 hours a week.

Plans_all_plans

This site is very helpful http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/moneytaxandbenefits/benefitstaxcreditsandothersupport/expectingorbringingupchildren/index.htm.

Have a good read and you'll find out what you can claim. Best wishes.