Becoming a mum at 16 years old was not something Michelle had planned. She has lived knowledge of the ups and downs of being a younger mum, losing friends, being judged and facing many barriers.
Michelle had two children by the age of 19. With only completing year 10 at secondary school, Michelle was nervous to return to education and put it off until her children were both settled in school. In the meantime, she took on part-time work in the retail/sales sector and nurtured her children.