What is the average cost of raising a child to the age of 1 year?

i know this is a really long list but i would appreaciate the help!
i need to know the cost of the following:
1-3 months, 4-6 months, 7-9 months, and 10-12 months:
FEEDING
baby food
bottles
formula
infant cereal
for each i need a sub total and a total
DIAPERS
disposable diapers
baby wipes
diaper rash cream
waterproof mattress cover
CLOTHING
booties/shoes
1 hat/1 pr. mittens
6 outfits
4 pajamas
1 snowsuit/jacket
3 prs. socks/tights
6 undershirts
bibs
CARE SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT
cottomballs
laundry detergent
baby lotion/oil
baby shampoo
baby soap
baby carrier
swing
bassinet
crib/mattress/pad
car seat
baby bathtub
playpen
stroller
any other stuff you can think of
OTHER SUPPLIES (meaning optional, but i would still like the prices.)
camera & film
safety covers/locks
electrical outlet covers
latches for cabinets
toys
sheets/blankets
nail clippers
crib mobile
books/ music
MEDICAL
baby vitamins
doctor visits (checkups every 3 months and average of 4 sick visits per year)
Health insurance
OTC medicines

if someone could possibly know the average cost for each of these things, it would help me SO much. Thanks!

Comments

5 Responses to “What is the average cost of raising a child to the age of 1 year?”
  1. RONALD B says:
    June 30, 2010 at 7:15 pm

    As far as my knowing,it is a question with various answers,it is definitely depending on the your mind ,providing a great resource here http://www.healthinsurance-onlinetips.info/health-insurance-for-free.htm for reference though.

  2. Steven's Mommy says:
    June 30, 2010 at 7:15 pm

    I have a feeling this is a homework assignment for a parenting class…check out walmart.com or babiesrus.com for the answers all I know is the total average cost of the first year is something like $20,000 on the lower end…

  3. Mama Bear says:
    June 30, 2010 at 7:15 pm

    a lot.
    that’s how much!

    don’t be lazy figure it out yourself geez…

  4. Pippin says:
    June 30, 2010 at 7:15 pm

    Most of these items are not necessary, and prices for those that ARE necessary (or that you choose to buy) will vary dramatically.

    (The only items on the list that you really NEED are:

    Diapers (and cloth is cheaper than disposible)
    Mattress cover (though most crib mattresses are already waterproof)
    Basic clothing
    Carseat
    SOMEplace for baby to sleep (but neednt’ be a crib)
    SOMEplace to bathe baby (but needn’t be a baby tub)
    Mild soap and/or shampoo (but needn’t be specially for babies)
    Medical care (cost will vary wildly depending on your insurance)

  5. -Angel- says:
    June 30, 2010 at 7:15 pm

    Average cost: A LOT!! and my kid doesnt even have all that stuff…The first answer is right. Do your own homework!!


 
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