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“I spoke to my dad, and he said it took close to 90 dollars to raise me. But that was me and my sister, and my sister moved out when she was 16, so sometimes it can knock you up to triple digits to raise a kid.” quote by Adam Carolla
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“I spoke to my dad, and he said it took close to 90 dollars to raise me. But that was me and my sister, and my sister moved out when she was 16, so sometimes it can knock you up to triple digits to raise a kid.”

Adam Carolla

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast Episode, Adam Carolla, 2020

Raising children is costly, often exceeding initial estimates, especially when multiple children are involved.

In simple terms: Kids cost more than expected, especially with several.

Key Takeaway

Plan financially for higher expenses.

Themes

family finance parenting

Mood

practical reflective

Type

advice personal narrative

When to use this quote

  • budgeting
  • college planning
  • childcare decisions
  • long‑term savings

Key Concepts

cost of living economics family dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How will you adjust your budget for future children?
  • What strategies can reduce child‑related costs?
A Different Perspective

Unexpected expenses can strain budgets and relationships.

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