After dedicating 11 years to teaching, my life took a beautiful turn with
the arrival of my daughter. Inspired by the joys and challenges of
parenthood, I organically started my social media platform,
@kidfriendlyphilly, in March 2023. What began as a hobby quickly blossomed into a thriving
community, connecting local businesses with families and keeping parents in
the know about the best kid-friendly spots in Philadelphia.
The Crossroads: Balancing Passion and Practicality
By May 2024, I found myself at a crossroads. The demand for more social
media and content creation projects was growing, and the idea of turning my
passion into a full-time career was both exciting and daunting. The main
hurdle?
Leaving my 9-to-5 teaching position meant giving up the health insurance
that my family relied on.
The fear of not being able to afford quality health insurance was real and
overwhelming. As the primary insurance holder for my family, I couldn’t take
this decision lightly. The safety net of my union job’s benefits was the
only thing holding me back from fully committing to
@kidfriendlyphilly
and following my dreams.
Discovering a Solution: An Affordable Independence Blue Cross Health
Plan
Determined to find a way, I began exploring health plans on
Pennie, Pennsylvania’s health insurance marketplace. To my surprise, I found
trusted and affordable health plans for my family through
Independence Blue Cross (IBX). The process was straightforward and user-friendly. I was able to compare
multiple plans and ultimately decided on the
Keystone HMO Proactive Gold
plan.
This plan offered the coverage my family needed at a price we could afford.
Knowing that we were protected by a reputable health plan like Independence
Blue Cross gave me the confidence to make the leap. Plus, IBX has the
largest local network of doctors and hospitals, so I was happy to know that
all my family’s doctors would be in-network. It might sound crazy, but
securing this health plan was the final step I needed to leave my 9-to-5 and
dive headfirst into growing
@kidfriendlyphilly.
Embracing the Journey: From Teacher to Full-Time Content Creator
Since making the switch, I’ve been able to dedicate myself fully to
supporting local businesses and helping brands grow their awareness. More
importantly, I’ve been able to connect with more parents in our community,
providing them with valuable resources and information.
The journey hasn’t been without its challenges, but taking the risk has been
incredibly rewarding. I’m living my dream, and I owe a part of that to
finding the right health insurance that made this possible.
Your Turn: Take the Leap and Secure Your Future
If you find yourself in the same boat, torn between the security of a
traditional job and the pull of your passion, I’m here to tell you —
do it. Take the risk; it’s possible.
I highly recommend checking out an Independence Blue
Cross health plan. IBX has supported my family throughout the years,
both when I worked in public schools and now as a self-employed content
creator.
Visit Pennie to explore
your options, compare plans, and find the coverage that’s right for you. You
may also qualify for financial assistance (such as a tax credit or subsidy)
to lower the monthly premium and potentially what you pay when you get care,
so
check to see if you’re eligible. Your dream career is waiting, and with the right support, you can make it
a reality.
This blog was originally published by Brittany Delgado on kidfriendlyphilly.com.
About Brittany Delgado
Brittany is a lifestyle & mom influencer on a mission to discover and
share all things family-friendly in the Philadelphia area. Inspired by life
as a new mom, Brittany organically started her social media platform,
@kidfriendlyphilly, in 2023. It quickly blossomed into a thriving community connecting
businesses with families and keeping parents in the know about the best
kid-friendly spots in Philadelphia (she has nearly 98K followers on
Instagram!). After over a decade in teaching, Brittany decided to follow her
dreams and pursue content creation full-time in 2024.