Kids, Career and Budget 2023: Can Working Mums Have it All? [ft. Oniatta Effendi]

How can we encourage youngsters to get married and have kids? Wah saying that out loud gives us goosebumps. Singapore’s fertility rate has once again made it into the parliamentary discussion. As the number of senior citizens in the country rapidly increases, and the total fertility rate stay depressed, is this a downward spiral for our nation? What practices can the Government implement to help us build strong loving families? More importantly, where is the love in nurturing Singapore families? Why does it always sound like an economic problem? Join us today as we sit down and have a chat with one of the BUSIEST moms we’ve ever met, Oniatta Effendi, and discuss what are the difficulties she faces as a working mom and how she maintains balance between work and family.

What We Discuss:

• 05:49 What are your hopes for the budget?
• 15:42 Is low birth rate an economic or social issue?
• 18:21 What would you say to people who want to start a family and have a successful career?
• 24:35 If we limit foreigners from coming in, will SMEs be stifled?
• 30:53 If you are in a posistion of power, what are some changes you would make?
• 34:00 What is your advice for young adults?

Episode Resources:

• Spotify
• YouTube

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