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Having ababyis sometimes described as a miracle, although a little exhausting.

And no, were not talking about baby clothes or a fancy crib here were talking about hospital bills.

But her euphoria was short-lived when she received a bill for $1,682.

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However, if she thought the charge was insane, nothing would prepare her for the breakdown.

By checkout, the final $336 brought the total to nearly $1,700all for routine care during thehospitalstay.

Many also receive unexpected bills after care, causing financial strain.

Newborn baby in a hospital nursery, wearing ID bands, lying on a bed, illustrating hospital bills for newborn care.

Forlow-incomeindividuals, this can lead to delayed or avoided treatments due to costs.

Many commenters were shocked by the charges, comparing the situation unfavorably with healthcare systems in other countries.

Others voiced their skepticism about the American healthcare systems fairness, particularly for something as routine as childbirth.

Woman surprised with a large hospital bill for her baby, holding documents in a confused expression.

Check out the results:

Woman surprised by large hospital bill for baby, holding papers and gesturing with finger in a room.

Comment expressing shock at a huge hospital bill for a baby.

Comment on hospital bill post: “And they still wonder why birthrates are at an all-time low”, expressing concern.

Comment discussing homebirths and hospital bills for babies.

Text commentary on hospital bill issue for a baby, highlighting the sender’s humorous frustration.

Woman comments on being baffled by high hospital bill compared to better coverage in South Africa.

Comment about universal healthcare and its benefits over current system costs.

Hospital bill details with a stethoscope and calculator on a medical claim form.

Comment on healthcare costs and socialism concerns from a user.

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Comment on Instagram post about hospital bill surprise.

"$1700 to look at a baby": Woman shocked by huge hospital bill comment on social media.

Comment questioning belief in the American dream due to non-guaranteed healthcare.

Comment expressing surprise about hospital bill in America.

Comment questioning American healthcare costs, referencing hospital bill surprise.