The 15 Worst Cities to Have A Baby, from New York to Miami
Parent Traps
From the cost of diapers to the number of obstetricians available, these are the cities where new parents are likely to pay top dollar for lower quality of life.
1. New York, N.Y.
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2. Santa Cruz, Calif.
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3. Los Angeles, Calif.
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4. Hagerstown, Md.
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5. Worcester, Mass.
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6. Miami, Fla.
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7. Santa Rosa, Calif.
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8. Bremerton, Wash.
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9. San Francisco, Calif.
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10. Riverside, Calif.
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11. Providence, R.I.
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12. Portland, Ore.
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13. Modesto, Calif.
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14. Boston, Mass.
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