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Three tax-advantaged accounts reduce what a family pays for a birth and for childcare afterward. Each has its own rules, its own limits, and its own traps. A wrong election, or a missed election window, can cost thousands of dollars in the most expensive year of early parenthood. This guide covers how each account works, what the 2026 numbers are, and how to approach the election decisions before the baby arrives.
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Every figure checked against official sources; last reviewed August 2026. Mothers Plan provides information and organization, not legal, tax, financial, or medical advice.