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I can’t help raise her child

Q My daughter has decided to have  a baby on her own and has asked  if she can come and live with us  for the first year, as she needs  support.  I really don’t want to bring up another child – I am in my early 70s. I also don’t want to deny her having a child. I’m not sure what to do.

Yvonne, Guildford

From what you’ve said, I don't think your daughter

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