10/09/2025
From Diapers to Degree: How Much Does Raising a Child Cost? 💰
👶 “Raising a child is expensive” isn’t just a saying.
From milk powder and diapers to school fees and university tuition, the numbers can be shocking. Some even says that raising a child cost more than a Porsche
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Early Years
• Milk powder & diapers: RM500–800/month
• 🏥 Vaccinations & doctor visits: RM2,000–3,000/year
• Other (clothes, toys, etc.): RM3,000+/year
👉 Total in the first years: RM20,000–30,000
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Primary & Secondary School (12 years)
• School fees & activities: RM5,000–8,000/year
• Living costs & enrichment classes: RM6,000–10,000/year
👉 12-year total: RM120,000–200,000
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Tertiary Education
• Local university: RM40,000–80,000
• Overseas university: RM200,000–500,000 + living expenses
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Grand Total: From Birth to Graduation
• Local path: RM300,000–400,000
• Overseas path: RM600,000–1,000,000
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💡 These figures isn’t here to scare parents — it’s about making the journey smoother.
📩 Want to know how to plan for your child’s education fund? Drop me a message !