Plan your baby essentials without the
budget surprises.
Build a personalised list of the items you plan to buy, adjust the
quantities and prices, and see exactly how your baby essentials
budget is shaping up.
Start with the suggested items below, then change the names,
prices and quantities to match your own plans.
Ways to reduce your baby essentials budget
Baby products are available across a wide range of prices. A
practical budget focuses on safe, useful items while avoiding
purchases that may not suit your family once your baby arrives.
Prioritise the largest purchases
Compare cots, prams and car seats first because these items can
make up a large part of your total.
Remove what you already own
Delete items you plan to borrow, reuse or receive from family
and friends.
Avoid overbuying newborn clothing
Babies grow quickly, so a smaller collection across several
sizes may be more practical.
Keep an unexpected-cost buffer
Leave part of your budget available for products you discover
you need after your baby arrives.
Please note:
The pre-filled prices are editable examples rather than product
quotes. Actual costs vary by retailer, brand, location and family
preferences. Always check current Australian product safety
guidance before purchasing or using baby products.
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Your budget will depend on the large products you need, the
brands you choose, whether you buy new or second-hand and which
items you already own. Adjust the calculator to create an
estimate based on your own circumstances.
Many families begin with safe sleeping products, an appropriate
car restraint, changing supplies and feeding essentials. Larger
furniture and travel products may also require additional
research or delivery time.
Yes. Each category includes an Add item button, and every
expense can be edited or removed. Your category subtotals and
overall budget update automatically.
Selecting twins or triplets increases the quantities of items
commonly required for each baby, including car seats, clothing,
bedding and selected feeding products. Shared household items
are not multiplied.
Yes. The calculator stores your list in your current browser on
your current device. The information may be removed if you clear
your browser storage.
Yes. You can print the calculator, save it as a PDF, download a
CSV spreadsheet or open an email containing your completed
budget summary.
