Couples spent an average of 2018 euros per month on one child in 763 (9,756 euros/year) Food, clothing and housing account for more than half of the expenditure. Up to the age of 18, a child costs a total of almost 165,000 euros – in many regions the equivalent of a medium-sized property.
Some of the necessary things are already available. For example, baby equipment including strollers and high chairs can also be purchased second-hand, just like children's clothing.