Thinking about starting a family but want to know how much it will actually cost? I was also curious so invited Financial Advisor Jayde Jenkins back to the studio to unpack the real financial costs of becoming a parent as well as the opportunity cost for the primary care giver (usually the female) on taking time out from their career.
We talk about everything from:
* IVF, egg freezing, and birthing costs (public, private, home birth)
* The true cost of raising a child from 0 to 24 (hint: it’s over $350K...)
* Career and superannuation impacts for caregivers (mostly women)
* Government parental leave, upcoming policy changes & what you’re entitled to
* Negotiating with your partner and employer - before the baby arrives
* Financial abuse, divorce stats, and the million+ single-parent households in Australia
* How to prepare financially, protect yourself legally, and have the conversations that matter
Whether you’re preparing to start a family or just want to feel more empowered about the path ahead, this episode is filled with helpful tips, realistic numbers, and thought-provoking insights.
Past Reset Episodes With Jayde:
* Financial Advice You Need In 2025: https://youtu.be/2cnhmzLZjMU?si=zdh01BCP55IKh-Gj
* 6 Money Tips All Aussies Need To Know: https://youtu.be/-hb4ZWqmY4A?si=N4BcSefONXCLQekr
Past Reset Episodes With Legal Support:
* Hear our previous episode with Lawyer Abbey on why every parent needs a Will https://open.spotify.com/episode/2VSui9Ur69ctZ6de2CFuo1?si=aJAskpkBTmqHYuwNPpW7DQ
* Learn more about navigating Divorce with Lawyer Steph https://youtu.be/g2YSPZSHo2Q?si=7fKUvupAQeCIReTc
Connect with Jayde Jenkins:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayde_financialadviser/
Website: https://maziwealth.com.au/
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Government & Financial Resources
* Status of Women Report Card Australian Government annual report (released aroundInternational Women’s Day). https://genderequality.gov.au/status-women-report-cards/2025-report-card
Services Australia (Centrelink) Payments & SupportCalculator Tool whereyou enter your scenario to see what payments/subsidies you may be eligible for.https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/online-estimators?context=64107
Helplines & Support for Financial Abuse:
National Debt Helpline Forassistance with debt, including debt created in your name without consent. https://ndh.org.au
1800RESPECT National assault, domestic and family violence counselling service. https://1800respect.org.au
Good Shepherd Good Shepherd is Australia's oldest and longest-running not-for-profit that specifically supports women, girls and families. Financial wellbeing, safety, and support services. https://goodshep.org.au
Older Persons AdvocacyNetwork (OPAN) Advocacy for older Australians, including in cases of financial abuse. https://opan.org.au
