pienperheet
Pienperheet is a Finnish term describing family units with a small number of children. In everyday and academic use, a pienperhe typically consists of two adults and one or two children. The term is common in sociology, demography, and public policy discussions, and is often contrasted with suurperhe, meaning a large family of three or more children. There is no single formal definition, and the exact usage varies by context.
Demographic context: Finland has a relatively low birth rate and high urbanization, factors associated with smaller
Policy and social context: The Finnish welfare state provides support for families through child benefits, parental
Pienperheet are a widespread and characteristic form of family in Finland, shaped by social policies, urban