A guaranteed basic income program helped a millennial afford a crib for her newborn when her income dipped during maternity leave

A guaranteed basic income program helped a millennial afford a crib for her newborn when her income dipped during maternity leave

Tatiana Lopez, 39, (not pictured) is a new mom and participant in Flint, Michigan’s guaranteed basic income pilot. Tatiana Lopez is a participant in a guaranteed basic income program for new parents.

RxKids provides $1,500 during pregnancy and $500 monthly through a child’s first year.

The program aims to reduce poverty and financial stress for over 900 participating families. Tatiana Lopez’s newborn, Matteo, curled up in her arms. His tiny fingers clung to her T-shirt as she stood in her Flint, Michigan living room.The 39-year-old’s pregnancy and birth process had been stressful. She faced medical complications that left her […]

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