Does Finland give a monthly check to parents when a baby is born?

Yes, Finland provides financial support to parents when a baby is born, primarily through the maternity grant. This grant can be received as a cash payment or as a "baby box" filled with essential items for newborns. Additionally, parents are entitled to parental leave benefits, which offer financial support during the time they take off work to care for their child. These measures are part of Finland's comprehensive family welfare system.