Demand for kids' clothing is always higher, Lu said, because children have more consistent needs for new items as they grow. "I'm afraid that the supply can be more limited," Lu said of children's ...

A middle-income family with two children can expect to spend approximately $310,605 to raise just one child born in 2015 through age 17.

When adjusted for inflation ... states need to buy clothing appropriate for four seasons. The cost of winter boots, coats and other apparel can add up. As kids age, they may have more expenses ...