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If your child was born at home, there are a few things you need to consider when reporting the birth

Childcare, parenting, work, household chores: Single parents shoulder most of the responsibility on their own. Financial worries are compounded when the other parent pays no child support—or does not pay it regularly. In this situation, single parents can apply for an advance on child support.

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.

World Children's Day is on September 20! On this day, all children under the age of 15 can travel for free on buses and trains throughout NRW - no ticket is required. Further information is available from the transport associations in NRW, such as VRR.

Education and precautions protect

Have you been offered a childcare spot for your child? Check with your local youth welfare office to find out if there are any parental fees, how much they might be, and what the basis for calculating the fee is.

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.