pp - it depends very much on the income estimate. it would appear that you're on a higher income if you're not getting base rate for both your children. from what rainforest said, her income falls into the bracket that allows her to receive base ratel ftba for child one, so she will get at least that same amount for child two. your circumstances would be significantly different - so i was answering based on her circs alone. unfortunately it's really hard to guesstimate in general terms as we all have such different incomes!