We do have just enough money for the moment, I live in Australia and have been able to get a single parent payment to help. I signed up for it after he left a month or so ago, lucky I didn't run back to cancel it as soon as he came home as he relapsed. Maybe I knew what was going to happen. And my house is paid off so that helps. Eventually I guess I will probably have to move closer to my mum so she can look after my baby while I work. That would make sense.
You are right, finding a job is an everyday part of living. And I certainly haven't been able to rely on him.
That is so awful your ex took off straight after you had your Bub, I'm sorry.
Thanks for your words.