Overview

• President Trump's sweeping tariffs, including up to 145% on Chinese imports, have significantly increased the cost of baby essentials like car seats, strollers, and cribs.
• Major baby product brands such as UPPAbaby, Nuna, and Munchkin have raised prices, with some items now costing hundreds more than before the tariffs took effect.
• Parents are panic-buying baby gear and turning to resale platforms like Kidsy, which has seen a 70% spike in traffic, to offset rising costs and avoid potential shortages.
• Industry experts estimate that tariff-related price hikes could add up to $1,000 annually to the expenses of new and expecting parents in the U.S.
• While the administration is considering exemptions for baby products, President Trump has expressed a preference for maintaining a simple tariff structure with limited carveouts.