Isn't it a bit expensive?

Not compared to other medical conditions. And not in terms of the overall cost of raising a child. Some people spend money on private schools and holiday theme parks. We're having to start our parental spending a little more upfront. On conception.

And can I just say this: "Gosh you really just can't throw money away on luxuries once you have kids to provide for, can you?" and maybe sigh and shake my head in a matyrly fashion. Good. I've been waiting to do that for some time. It was as much fun as it looked. But back to my point.

This also holds true if you want to argue about the public purse or pool of health insurance funds. Our children are not likely to cost taxpayers/our insurance company any more than the average child over the long term. We're actually very cheap citizens overall, and we've more than paid our way.