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

• 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.