Parents across the country are struggling to pay for childcare costs, which are often higher than a mortgage or rent.Parents across the country are struggling to pay for childcare costs, which are often higher than a mortgage or rent.

Parents are turning to a 'paid village' to handle childcare and cleaning. Costs range from $500 to $2,600 a month.

Parents are leaning on a paid village to take care of their children. It can cost anywhere between $500 to $2,600 depending on where you are in the US.