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This is an average amount, naturally, each household varies. Use this to help girls see how expensive children are. Discuss priorities in budgeting. Babies needs will come first. Remind them that the costs don't include that great pair of jeans at the mall or that cute baby outfit they want for the baby.

Age 0 $11,000
Age 1 $11,000
Age 2 $11,500
Age 3 $12,600
Age 4 $12,600
Age 5 $12,800
Age 6 $13,000
Age 7 $13,000
Age 8 $13,000
Age 9 $10,000
Age 10 $10,000
Age 11 $9,800
Age 12 $9,800
Age 13 $9,800
Age 14 $3,800
Age 15 $3,800
Age 16 $3,800
Age 17 $3,200
Age 18 $3,200

Grand Total:

$177,700.00 THAT'S A LOT OF $$$$$$

This estimate includes daycare, groceries, bigger home (assuming you already have one), bigger car (assuming you already have one), education up to 18 years (no college expenses included), activities, vacations (Only $300.00 per year, that's not much of a vacation), and furnishings for baby, dental bills, and medical bills (assuming you have insurance).