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Child Cost Calculator

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👨‍👩‍👧 Family & Kids · Budget

Know the real cost of raising your child

AI calculates your personalized cost of a child — year 1, to age 5, and to age 18 — based on your state, income, and lifestyle. Not a guess. Your actual number.

12+📊 expense categories 10⏱️ min to your report $5K+💰 avg tax benefits found
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One-time purchase · Instant access · Personalized to your state & income

1,247+ families planned their budget

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The Problem

Most couples have no idea what a child really costs

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The USDA says $310,000 to raise a child — but your number could be $180K or $500K

National averages are useless. Your cost depends on your state, childcare choice, and lifestyle — and nobody tells you YOUR number.

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Childcare alone can cost $10,000–$25,000 per year depending on where you live

In Massachusetts, infant daycare averages $21,000/year. In Mississippi, it’s $5,500. Same service, 4x the price.

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New parents underestimate first-year costs by 40% on average

Diapers, formula, gear, medical bills, lost income — the hidden costs pile up faster than anyone expects.

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Thousands in tax credits and programs go unclaimed because parents don’t know they exist

The Child Tax Credit, Dependent Care FSA, WIC, and state programs can save $5,000–$10,000 per year — but only if you apply.

What You Get

Everything to plan your family’s finances before the baby arrives

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Year 1 Cost Breakdown

Every first-year expense from birth to 12 months, by category with monthly totals.

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0–18 Year Projection

Year-by-year cost phased by baby, preschool, elementary, middle, and high school.

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Childcare Comparison

Real costs for daycare, nanny, au pair, family, and stay-at-home — for your state.

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Tax & Benefits Finder

Every credit, deduction, and government program you qualify for as a parent.

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College Savings Plan

Monthly savings target, best 529 plan for your state, and projected tuition.

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Family Budget Builder

A ready-to-use monthly budget with child expenses built in from day one.

How It Works

From guessing to knowing in 10 minutes

1

Tell AI about your family

Enter your state, income, insurance, childcare plans, and lifestyle.

⏱ ~5 minutes

2

Get your full cost-of-child report

AI calculates year 1, to age 5, and to age 18 costs by every category.

⏱ ~3 minutes

3

Optimize childcare and start saving

Compare childcare options, claim tax benefits, and set up your college fund.

⏱ ~5 minutes

$5,000+average annual savings found per family

10 minto your full cost report 12+expense categories covered 18 yearsof costs projected
Questions

Everything you need to know

How accurate are the cost estimates?

The AI uses state-level data from the USDA Expenditures on Children report, the Economic Policy Institute’s childcare cost database, and Bureau of Labor Statistics figures — the same sources financial planners use. Your estimate is personalized to your state, income, and choices. We show ranges (low–mid–high) and recommend you verify big-ticket items like childcare by calling local providers. Most users find the estimates within 10–15% of actual spending.

We already have kids — is this still useful?

Absolutely. If you’re considering another child, the cost is different from your first — some expenses drop (hand-me-downs, shared room, existing gear) and others rise (more food, bigger car, sibling childcare overlap). The AI factors in whether this is your first, second, or third child and adjusts accordingly.

What if we haven’t decided on childcare yet?

That’s one of the best reasons to use this tool. The Childcare Cost Optimizer compares every option side by side with real numbers for your state — daycare center, in-home daycare, full-time nanny, nanny share, family help, and one parent staying home. Most couples are shocked by how the math changes when they see the true cost of each option, including lost income and retirement savings.

Does this include college savings?

Yes. The College Savings Planner projects what college will cost when your child turns 18 (accounting for tuition inflation), tells you exactly how much to save monthly, recommends the best 529 plan for your state, and shows the cost of waiting. Starting when your child is born vs. waiting until age 5 can mean saving $200/month instead of $400/month for the same result.

Can I share the report with my partner?

That’s exactly what it’s designed for. The cost report gives you clear, organized numbers you can review together — no arguments over vague estimates. Many couples use it as the starting point for ‘the money talk’ before getting pregnant or during pregnancy. It’s much easier to plan when you’re both looking at the same data.

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Your number. Not a guess

Year 1 breakdown, 18-year projection, childcare comparison, tax benefits finder, college savings plan, and family budget builder. From guessing to knowing in 10 minutes.

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Shipping & Payment

We are proud to offer international shipping services that currently operate in over 200 countries and islands world wide. Nothing means more to us than bringing our customers great value and service. We will continue to grow to meet the needs of all our customers, delivering a service beyond all expectation anywhere in the world.

How do you ship packages?

Packages from our warehouse in China will be shipped by ePacket or EMS depending on the weight and size of the product. Packages shipped from our US warehouse are shipped through USPS.

Do you ship worldwide?

Yes. We provide free shipping to over 200 countries around the world. However, there are some locations we are unable to ship to. If you happen to be located in one of those countries we will contact you.

What about customs?

We are not responsible for any custom fees once the items have shipped. By purchasing our products, you consent that one or more packages may be shipped to you and may get custom fees when they arrive to your country.

How long does shipping take?

Shipping time varies by location. These are our estimates:

Location *Estimated Shipping Time
United States 10-30 Business days
Canada, Europe 10-30 Business days
Australia, New Zealand 10-30 Business days
Central & South America 15-30 Business days
Asia 10-20 Business days
Africa 15-45 Business days
*This doesn’t include our 2-5 day processing time.

Do you provide tracking information?

Yes, you will receive an email once your order ships that contains your tracking information. If you haven’t received tracking info within 5 days, please contact us.

My tracking says “no information available at the moment”.

For some shipping companies, it takes 2-5 business days for the tracking information to update on the system. If your order was placed more than 5 business days ago and there is still no information on your tracking number, please contact us.

Will my items be sent in one package?

For logistical reasons, items in the same purchase will sometimes be sent in separate packages, even if you've specified combined shipping.

If you have any other questions, please contact us and we will do our best to help you out.

Refunds & Returns

Order cancellation

All orders can be cancelled until they are shipped. If your order has been paid and you need to make a change or cancel an order, you must contact us within 12 hours. Once the packaging and shipping process has started, it can no longer be cancelled.

Refunds

Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. Therefore, you can request a refund or reshipment for ordered products if:

Physical products:

  • If you did not receive the product within the guaranteed time( 45 days not including 2-5 day processing) you can request a refund or a reshipment.
  • If you received the wrong item you can request a refund or a reshipment.
  • If you do not want the product you’ve received you may request a refund but you must return the item at your expense and the item must be unused.

We do not issue the refund if:

  • Your order did not arrive due to factors within your control (i.e. providing the wrong shipping address)
  • Your order did not arrive due to exceptional circumstances outside the control of product-digital (i.e. not cleared by customs, delayed by a natural disaster).
  • Other exceptional circumstances outside the control of https://products-digital.sellviastore.com

*You can submit refund requests within 15 days after the guaranteed period for delivery (45 days) has expired. You can do it by sending a message on Contact Us page

If you are approved for a refund, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within 14 days.

Exchanges

If for any reason you would like to exchange your product, perhaps for a different size in clothing. You must contact us first and we will guide you through the steps.

Please do not send your purchase back to us unless we authorise you to do so.

Digital products:

Due to the nature of digital goods, all sales are considered final and non-refundable once the product has been downloaded or accessed.

If you experience any issues with your purchase – such as file errors, access problems, or missing content – please reach out to our contact us form. We’ll do our best to resolve the issue quickly and ensure you receive everything as promised.

Exceptions (At Our Discretion)

We may consider a refund in limited cases, such as:

  • A file was corrupted or incomplete, and a replacement cannot be provided
  • Accidental duplicate purchases
  • Technical problems preventing access that cannot be resolved

To request a refund under these conditions, please contact us within 3 days of your purchase with your order number and a brief explanation of the issue.

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