420: 8 Money Moves Every New Parent Needs to Make Right Now

New Book - Clever Girl Millionaire; A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions - Available to order now If you just had a baby, or you're about to, your life has changed in a big way. And your finances? They've changed too. In this episode, I'm breaking down 8 essential money moves every new parent needs to make right now to protect their family and build long-term financial security. These are practical, real-life steps you can take immediately—even if you're exhausted and short on time. Because the truth is: the decisions you make in these early months can have a lasting impact on your financial future. You'll learn key tips on:  How to update your budget for your new reality Why your emergency fund needs to grow—and by how much What to know about adding your baby to health insurance Why life insurance is critical once you have a child Updating your beneficiaries and create a will Starting to save for college with a 529 plan Thinking through your income and career plan as a parent Why automating your savings is a game-changer   For new and expecting parents: Whether you're a new mom, expecting your first baby, or growing your family, these money tips will help you feel more confident and prepared with your finances.   More Clever Girl Finance Resources: 👋 New to Clever Girl Finance? Start here: https://clevergirlfinance.com/start-here ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: @clevergirlfinance