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EPISODE · May 6, 2026 · 22 MIN

This Is Why Singaporean Couples Aren't Having Kids!

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Is motherhood still something women truly want… or something society tells them to choose?Singapore’s fertility rate has dropped to a historic low of 0.87. In this episode, Sher-li, Founder & Director of Mums@Work, shares an honest and unfiltered perspective on motherhood today, from the fears, pressures, and expectations women face, to the deeper realities we don’t openly talk about.From “mum guilt” and identity loss to career sacrifices and social media pressure, this conversation challenges everything we think we know about motherhood.In this episode, we explore:🟦 Why fewer women are choosing to become mothers🟦 The truth about “sacrifices” and whether they’re real🟦 Why you’re never truly ready to become a mother🟦 The pressure to be a “perfect mum” and constant comparison🟦 Mum guilt, burnout, and losing your identity🟦 What every woman should honestly consider before having a childThis is more than a guide to motherhood. It’s a conversation about pressure, identity, and what it really means to make that choice.

Is motherhood still something women truly want… or something society tells them to choose?Singapore’s fertility rate has dropped to a historic low of 0.87. In this episode, Sher-li, Founder & Director of Mums@Work, shares an honest and unfiltered perspective on motherhood today, from the fears, pressures, and expectations women face, to the deeper realities we don’t openly talk about.From “mum guilt” and identity loss to career sacrifices and social media pressure, this conversation challenges everything we think we know about motherhood.In this episode, we explore:🟦 Why fewer women are choosing to become mothers🟦 The truth about “sacrifices” and whether they’re real🟦 Why you’re never truly ready to become a mother🟦 The pressure to be a “perfect mum” and constant comparison🟦 Mum guilt, burnout, and losing your identity🟦 What every woman should honestly consider before having a childThis is more than a guide to motherhood. It’s a conversation about pressure, identity, and what it really means to make that choice.

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