Abeera Anwar
Marriage is supposed to be a partnership where both people support each other through every stage of life — but what happens when the rules of “fairness” start to feel more like punishment? I never imagined that being pregnant would leave me worrying about whether I could afford necessities, especially with a husband whose income alone could cover everything without struggle. Yet here I am, torn between following the strict financial “agreement” we set early on, or reaching out to a local charity for help just to get by.
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The Agreement That Was Supposed to Keep Score
Pregnancy Costs: Small Items, Big Hit to the Budget
Receipts, Rules, and Resentment
Pride vs. Practicality — And the Charity Option
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This isn’t just about money — it’s about care, compassion, and the reality of building a family together. I know that asking a charity for help would ease my immediate worries, but I can’t shake the guilt of taking resources from those who may need it even more. At the same time, I can’t ignore the deeper issue: my husband’s unwillingness to bend, even during such a crucial time in our lives. So, would I really be wrong for turning to outside help… or is the real problem that I feel like I can’t turn to him?
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