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Reicht das Geld für Heizen, Kleidung und Essen für die Familie? Viele Mütter und Väter äußern Zweifel. Der Anteil ist seit Anfang letzten Jahres deutlich gestiegen.
A recent survey conducted by Save the Children reveals a growing concern among German parents about their ability to cover basic needs for their families in the coming year. The percentage of parents worried about this increased from 25 percent to 27 percent, up from 15 percent in January 2025. The survey of 1,001 parents with children under 12 years old between July 13 and July 30 found that 40 percent had no financial worries, down from 48 percent in September 2025.
Twenty-one percent said they would have to forego items like new furniture, outings, restaurant visits, vacations, or the children's hobbies. Twenty-two percent indicated they had had to cut back on expenses for their child or consider doing so in the past year, including for recreational activities, hobbies, celebrations, and gifts.
Save the Children views this as a troubling trend, noting that everyday expenses such as healthy food or clothing cause stress in families. Many children would need to give up things that are taken for granted by others, such as a hobby, dining out, or a vacation. According to the survey, four of five respondents (83 percent) believe the German government should do more to combat child poverty.
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