“I’m Harry, and I’m five. I live with my mum, dad, and three brothers and sisters. Our house is busy and noisy, and I like that there’s always something going on.
My parents both work but it doesn’t feel like a lot because we live somewhere expensive. After all the bills, I don’t think we have much left each week.
We have to use cars for everything because we live far away from shops and school. Petrol, food, and heating all cost more here, so my parents have to plan carefully. If something big breaks, like the washing machine, I think it’s a real worry.
My granny helps with childcare, and without her, things would be much harder.
I get to do activities like swimming sometimes, but not all the time. My parents make sure we all get a turn, so it’s fair. They try hard so we don’t feel different from other kids.
I feel safe and loved, but I know things are tight. My parents are always thinking ahead, making sure we’re okay. It feels steady, but I can tell it takes a lot of work to keep it that way.”
