Fun Facts
How many bones does a newborn have?
Approx. 300
Were disposable diapers created by a man or a woman?
Woman
Newborn babies do not have kneecaps
True
What is the average monthly cost for child care?
Just over $1,300 a month
When born, what size is a baby's head in relation to the rest of his/her body?
One-quarter the size
How long does it take for a newborn to have fingerprints?
6 months
How many diapers does the average baby go through in a day?
6-8
Diapers can be recycled into roofing material
True
What is the average cost of prenatal care, delivery and postpartum care in the U.S.?
$18,865
At what age cab a baby smile- like for real
6-8 weeks
Which color was associated with baby boys in the 1900s?
Pink
How many diapers will the average baby use in a year?
2500
All babies are born with blue eyes
False
What state has the highest annual child care costs?
Washington, D.C. ($24, 243)
How far can a newborn see?
8-14 inches
What percentage of babies are actually born on their due date?
4-5%
In the U.S., what is the average cost spent on disposable diapers in a month?
$70-$80
Babies see the color green first
False= red
What state has the lowest annual cost of childcare?
South Dakota ($6,430)
Who was the original Gerber Baby?
Ann Turner
What is the highest number of children born to a woman?
69!!!!
When was the first disposable diaper invented?
1948
Babies born in which month are the heaviest?
May
How much does it take to raise a child from birth to 17?
285,000
How many babies are born every minute?
20