Money strategies to try before the baby arrives

The arrival of a new baby is all-consuming. In the early weeks, your waking hours are a cycle of feedings and diaper changes.

Mustering the energy — and attention span — for routine tasks like showering and paying bills can feel like a tall order. You’ll be lucky to remember what day it is, much less when your next credit card payment is due.

Do your future, sleep-deprived self a favour and start prepping your finances early so things can run on autopilot for a while after the baby arrives.

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