Nineteen-year-old Mimmi Pohjamon, a high school student and single mother, has opened up about her financial hardships, revealing that her family has had to apply for social assistance. She expressed concerns over being advised to take out a student loan as the primary solution to her financial difficulties, which she does not view as an ideal option. Mimmi's situation worsened when she returned to school full-time after maternity leave, as the amount of financial support she received decreased significantly, adding to her worries about financial stability.

The young mother took about ten months of maternity leave following the birth of her child, during which her family's financial situation was relatively stable. Her partner subsequently took a couple of months off to care for their child, which provided temporary financial security. However, now that Mimmi is back to being a full-time student, they are struggling again with meeting their financial needs. Despite the difficulties, Mimmi mentioned that they have received valuable advice and occasional assistance from friends and have also sought out regular food aid from their local church to help them cope with their current situation.

Mimmi's story reflects the broader challenges faced by young parents in Finland, particularly when balancing education and child-rearing responsibilities. This situation raises important discussions about the adequacy of financial support systems for young families, the stigma surrounding the reliance on state support, and potential policies aimed at mitigating such hardships for teenage mothers and their children.