First Year Baby Cost Calculator

Plan ongoing and one-time expenses for your baby's first year.

Your baby's first year may cost around:

Total cost: $28,662.05

Ongoing costs

$23,364

Childcare

$9,675
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Diapering

$3,108
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Feeding

$2,469
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Clothing

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Saving toward future/college

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Toiletries

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Subtotal of ongoing costs:$23,364

One-time costs

$5,298.05

Gear

Infant car seat
Convertible car seat
Basic stroller
Double stroller
Jogging stroller
Play yard
Baby carrier
Diaper bag

Activity equipment

Baby swing
Baby bouncer or rocker
Baby activity center
Baby play mat
Baby play gym

Nursery

Crib
Crib mattress
Crib sheets
Changing table and pad
Diaper pail
Glider or rocker
Bassinet
Hamper
Crib mobile
Baby monitor
Sound machine

Feeding

Bottles and nipples
Highchair
Utensils
Plates and bowls
Sippy cups
Burp cloths
Bottle brushes
Bibs
Bottle washer
Bottle warmer

Breastfeeding

Electric breast pump
Manual breast pump
Nursing pads
Milk storage bags
Nursing bras
Nursing pillow

Bathing and grooming

Hooded baby towel
Baby bathtub
Baby washcloths
Baby grooming kit
Baby shampoo and wash
Baby nail file

Health and safety

Baby proofing supplies
First-aid kit
Safety gate
Pacifiers
Humidifier
Air purifier
Miscellaneous
Baby nasal aspirator
Baby oral care
Baby scale
Subtotal of one-time costs:$5,298.05

This baby cost calculator provides an estimate. Your actual costs may vary with your family, location, and preferences.