Children

Read Time: 10 MinutesActivists in Singapore are quietly working to expand the definition of family, challenging traditional norms and values.The nuclear family is criticised as restrictive, sparking debates about whether it still serves society’s...

Biotechnology is advancing faster than our ethics can keep up. From lab-grown babies to artificial wombs, the future of human reproduction is being reshaped in ways that once belonged in science fiction. While these innovations may solve crises like Singapore's demographic decline, they also open Pandora’s box of moral dilemmas—eugenics, commodified genetics, and posthumous reproduction. The question is: How far are we willing to go before we lose control?

This article delves deep into the personal and societal fears deterring young Singaporeans from parenthood, from financial burdens to loss of personal freedom. Highlighting powerful stories of overcoming fear with love, it offers a compelling perspective on how embracing parenting could uncover untapped strengths and enrich lives

Singaporeans are marrying later in life. It may be hard to imagine that Singapore once struggled with people marrying in their teens. But is it a good thing that men and women are now only marrying at around 30 years of age?

Delve into Singapore's low fertility rate crisis against the backdrop of ambitious pro-natal policies. Explore how global examples, like Nagi's miraculous turnaround in Japan and Hungary's family-centric reforms, unravel pathways for Singapore to rekindle its dwindling birth rates. Discover how societal shifts and enhanced support systems could orchestrate a renaissance in family planning, ensuring a thriving future for the nation.