Committee of Supply 2026 debate, Day 1: Valerie Lee on fertility and childcare leave support
Singapore could take a calibrated approach by subsidising early fertility health screening for both men and women at key life stages. It could also integrate fertility education into public health efforts to help reduce involuntary childlessness and delayed fertility. MP Valerie Lee made these suggestions in parliament on Thursday (Feb 26), stressing that structured support is critical for couples to continue or start their parenthood journey. She also suggested dedicated miscarriage recovery leave entitlement to support employees experiencing pregnancy loss, as part of a continuum of care.
Singapore could take a calibrated approach by subsidising early fertility health screening for both men and women at key life stages. It could also integrate fertility education into public health efforts to help reduce involuntary childlessness and delayed fertility. MP Valerie Lee made these suggestions in parliament on Thursday (Feb 26), stressing that structured support is critical for couples to continue or start their parenthood journey. She also suggested dedicated miscarriage recovery leave entitlement to support employees experiencing pregnancy loss, as part of a continuum of care.
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