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Interconnected approach needed for parenthood issues like education, health: Experts

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Experts say easing the pressures of parenthood will take more than individual schemes. Instead, it will require an interconnected approach on issues like rigid education expectations, childcare leave and even parents' well-being. That's if Singapore is to ease the strain on couples and frame the issue of falling birth rates as a wider societal concern. Their response comes as Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is set to unveil a fresh look at family support during the National Day Rally. Chloe Teo reports.

Experts say easing the pressures of parenthood will take more than individual schemes. Instead, it will require an interconnected approach on issues like rigid education expectations, childcare leave and even parents' well-being. That's if Singapore is to ease the strain on couples and frame the issue of falling birth rates as a wider societal concern. Their response comes as Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is set to unveil a fresh look at family support during the National Day Rally. Chloe Teo reports.

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