Featured in the Sumer 2013 issue of Multiplicity Magazine

Written by Kristi Miller

When parents find out they are expecting multiples, one of the first anxious thoughts to cross their minds will likely include the cost of childcare. Should I return to work or stay home with the children? Would my salary even cover the cost of a nanny or daycare? The 2011 Census shows the average family pays almost 9% of its monthly income on childcare for children 5 years and younger. However, through personal experience and speaking with other mothers of multiples, I can attest to much higher childcare expenses. Of course, the cost and availability of options will also vary based on geographic location. Below is a summary of the most popular childcare options for moms who want to return to the workforce, along with a cost estimate for each. More