I never really gave life insurance much thought. It was always a benefit we took for granted that we received through either one or both of our employers. After our first son was born, we did buy extra coverage, but again it was through my husband's workplace. It didn't even occur to us until months after my husband lost his job that we needed to look into having life insurance again. It was not until then that we really saw how confusing it was to choose how much and what type of coverage to purchase.
Next month is Life Insurance Awareness Month, so I thought I'd share some resources that might help you if you happen to be in a position where you need to make a decision about purchasing life insurance for yourself and your family.
(Sex in the City and Law & Order)