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Care, education, job, household: single parents bear most of the responsibility alone. Financial worries are added to this if the other parent does not pay any or regular maintenance for the child. In this situation, single parents can apply for maintenance advance.

In North Rhine-Westphalia, numerous family associations are committed to the interests of families on a daily basis. Their aim is to make the realities of families' lives visible and to represent their interests effectively and independently of political parties in politics and society. The family associations campaign for better conditions for children and families - socially, financially and culturally. They advise political decision-makers, organize events on current family issues and promote networking and cooperation between stakeholders. Eleven family associations have joined forces in the Landesarbeitsgemeinschaft Familie NRW (LAG-F NRW). Together, they pool their experience, represent different perspectives - and speak with one voice for around 2.5 million families in North Rhine-Westphalia.In addition, there are other family associations in NRW with different focal points. They all make an important contribution to a family-friendly society. Their common goal: a family policy that enables participation, embraces diversity and overcomes exclusion.You can find out more about the family associations in North Rhine-Westphalia on this page.

A miscarriage or stillbirth is a heavy blow for the parents concerned. You can report the miscarriage to the registry office in whose jurisdiction the miscarriage occurred and receive a certificate.

Midwives are valuable companions during pregnancy and the postpartum period. (Expectant) mothers who have statutory health insurance are entitled to the support of a midwife before and after the birth. The costs are covered by health insurance.

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Have you been accepted for a childcare place for your child? Find out from your local youth welfare office whether parental contributions are payable, how much they may be and which assessment basis applies to the amount of the contribution.

Do you need another civil partnership certificate? You can obtain this from the registry office where the registered partnership was established.

Families in NRW take on responsibility and achieve a lot every day. Every month, we present a figure here that provides an insight into everyday family life.

Many parents know this: Falling asleep and staying asleep can be a challenge, especially in toddlerhood. Every child has their own pace.On the Familienportal.NRW you will find helpful tips and calming evening routines that can help children to calm down and develop a healthy sleep rhythm.