Baby Cost Calculator
Enter a first-year baby budget and see it split across gear, nursery furniture, diapers, feeding, and more using a standard rule-of-thumb percentage breakdown. Switch between US, UK, and Canadian currency, with dedicated pages for each country. Covers first-year essentials only, not ongoing childcare.
Prefilled with a commonly cited United States reference figure. Covers first-year essentials only, not ongoing childcare or daycare, which varies too widely to include here.
| Category | % of budget | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gear (stroller, car seat, crib) | 20% | $2,600 |
| Nursery & Furniture | 15% | $1,950 |
| Diapers & Wipes | 15% | $1,950 |
| Feeding & Formula | 15% | $1,950 |
| Clothing | 10% | $1,300 |
| Health & Medical | 10% | $1,300 |
| Toys & Books | 5% | $650 |
| Miscellaneous / Buffer | 10% | $1,300 |
| Total | 100% | $13,000 |
By country
Dedicated pages with a country-specific reference figure and currency.
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