THE HIGH COST OF BABY'S FIRST YEAR*

Obstetrician (before/after birth and hospital cost)                       $3314

Maternity clothes                                                                          724

Start-up set of baby clothes                                                            90

Clothes as baby grows during first year                                         400

Stroller                                                                                           60

Crib and mattress                                                                         225

Formula and food for own year                                                    639

Bottles and baby spoon                                                                 30

Disposable diapers                                                                      611

Blanket, comforter                                                                        18

Entertainment: toys, babysitters                                                    300

Daycare for a working mom                                                       3000

       TOTAL     
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*Figures compiled by the Dembel Organization in 1984.