When thinking about having a baby, the brain often conflicts with the heart ““ on the one side, you know that babies are adorable and will bring unfathomable amounts of joy to your life; but on the other, babies ““ and kids ““ are not exactly known for being cheap. So exactly how much does it cost to have a baby?
While everyone’s situation is a bit different, the below presents an itemized estimate of costs over the first year:
Pre-baby’s arrival (not including medical care):
| Crib | $350 |
| Bedding | $50 |
| Bottles | $20 |
| Baby monitor | $140 |
| Receiving blankets/swaddle wraps | $20 |
| Travel system (with stroller and carseat) | $400 |
| Rocker/glider | $400 |
Subtotal: $1,380
Ongoing monthly costs (not including medical care):
| Clothing | $60 |
| Food (solids to begin at four-six months of age) | $40 |
| Toys | $40 |
| Pharmacy (Saline drops, acetaminophen, vitamin D drops, diaper rash cream, bathing items) | $40 |
| Diapers | $50 |
| Wipes | $10 |
Subtotal: $240 (monthly)
$2,880 (annual)
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