The Burden of the Two-Child Welfare Cap

This chapter explores the challenges faced by a parent raising three children in a cramped home, particularly emphasizing the financial strain of the two-child welfare cap. The parent shares frustrations regarding child benefits, societal judgments, and the impact on access to special needs services for their youngest child. Additionally, the chapter critiques the historical context and political motivations behind the welfare limit, revealing its implications for low-income families and the ongoing child poverty crisis.