Planning for a growing family

How much could your baby cost?

Estimate baby expenses, build a plan, track costs, and feel more prepared for what’s ahead.

Free estimate · No login required · About 1–3 minutes

PLAN AHEADSee the full picture before the purchases add up.
BabyCents app screens for planning, tracking, and adjusting baby costs
A different kind of money tool

You don’t need another budget. You need a plan for baby.

Traditional budgeting apps help explain where money went. BabyCents helps expecting and new parents understand what may be coming next—then turn that estimate into a plan they can actually use.

How it works

From “what might this cost?” to a plan that grows with you.

  1. Estimate

    See what baby may cost.

  2. Plan

    Build a BabyCents Plan around your family.

  3. Track

    Log actual baby expenses as life happens.

  4. Explore

    Compare how different choices may affect the numbers.

  5. Forecast

    Understand what may be coming next.

  6. Save

    Find practical opportunities to spend less.

Inside the app

Baby-specific tools, all in one clear plan.

Baby cost estimate

Start with a clear first-year range and category breakdown.

Your BabyCents Plan

Turn estimates into a plan you can adjust as choices become clearer.

Baby Fund

Set a target and see how your progress changes over time.

Expense tracking

Compare actual baby spending with the plan you created.

Forecasts & scenarios

Plus adds personalized outlooks and what-if comparisons.

Ways to save

Explore relevant savings opportunities without turning planning into shopping.

Start with a free estimate

Get a clearer picture of your first year with baby.

Calculate My Baby Costs