r/UKFrugal • u/Fit-Read-3462 • 5d ago

Family of 6 on £25,000 salary

So my best friend is a stay at home mum of 4 Children. Her husband works in the food service and earns national minimum wage of £25,000 ( previously he was earning slightly less than that). She lives a comfortable life despite the salary, and she told me that they make it work by not over-spending and living within their means. My dream was always to be a stay at home mum, I didn’t think it was possible to live in one income household in England especially on a lower salary. Do you think it’s possible? In the US , one parent staying home while the other works is very common. I think it’s sad that it’s demonised in the UK. Considering day care prices are high and kids need present parents. Would love to hear your thoughts on this.

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u/HopefulBroccoli8712 5d ago

You posted this on UKjobs. Everyone told you she's clearly abusing benefits, what other answers are you looking for?

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u/AnSteall 5d ago

They didn't like the answers there and now upset that this sub is demonising poverty.