Feb. 10, 2026

Why Childcare Is Unaffordable in the US | Postpartum Bills, Daycare Costs & Mental Load

Why Childcare Is Unaffordable in the US | Postpartum Bills, Daycare Costs & Mental Load
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Why is childcare more expensive than a mortgage? Why are moms still paying hospital bills a year after giving birth? And why does “just budget better” feel like a joke?


In this episode, we talk about the real cost of motherhood, daycare prices, postpartum medical debt, unpaid labor, and how the economy is influencing family planning.