<prompt> Human: Although things could always be better, were financially in a good place. Ive got a job lined up making decent pay, with a considerable raise after their apprenticeship. Schooling is the area I wish I couldve focused on more, but Ive got about 2 years done and my plan is to use my 911 Bill to complete my bachelors. Some of you may know that Bill pays out a housing allowance in addition to covering tuition, and I think thatll be really helpful in the beginning of my new job.But man, am I nervous.The past 7 years of my life Ive lived 1 lifestyle. Its been nothing but secure income and stability for my family. And Im pretty much terrified of having to figure out medical insurance for my wife and new daughter. The 500-700 a month situations some people are in leave me dumbfounded in how you manage it. The job I have lined up will be somewhere around 16-17 an hour, and outside of the housing allowance there wont be any other income at first. My wife is willing to work, but our daughter is just a month old so Im expecting her to be taking care of her for a little while longer. What are some things that I should be doing right now? What are some things that I shouldve done 3 damn months ago? If you have experience with that cherished DD214, what is something you wouldve done differently?Thank you all for your time in reading this, Im half venting cause I dont know what to expect, but Im 100 looking for advice and tips.  <response>: Id recommend posting on rveterans .I dont have any really tangible suggestions, just be prepared for the thinking that civilian life is MUCH different than military life. And that not everyone will give reverence to your military service. Its just not a big deal for everyone.Do you have health insurance nailed down yet? Thatd be my 1 concern with a family.I know you plan on going to school, but perhaps also look at those companies who desire to hire veterans randomly I know Starbucks is one, but only because I see it advertised on their app. As far as your wife, maybe once shes ready you guys could devise a plan where she watches the LO while you are in school at work and you essentially switch and you watch the LO while shes at work. Even something part time may offer to guys more financial stability.Good luck friend! Im sure youll be fine because you are at least thinking about it. Some people dont even do that! 