#619 - Fatherhood, Flexi-Work, and Finances: Starting a Family in the Modern Age

Join us for a heartfelt episode of Yah Lah BUT that starts on the grassy patch of Crawford Heights, then transitions to a scenic ride along the Kallang River on a trishaw, because why not? From diaper disasters to dad jokes, we reflect on Haresh’s first couple of months of fatherhood, and exchange stories of the wild ride of modern parenting. We debate the perks of prime HDB locations (hello, Kallang Basin views!) and the lifesaving magic of flexible work arrangements. But it’s not all baby talk! We also delve into the future for young parents in Singapore; from more affordable public housing options, to more parental leave to share between couples. As a bonus, we even bump into some otters along the way! So grab your picnic blankets and get on for the wild (trishaw) ride of modern parenting!

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(00:00) Intro
(02:53) Importance of Location in Life
(05:16) Parenting and Space Needs
(09:21) Personal Experiences with Home
(15:12) A Trishaw Ride Around Kallang Basin
(16:22) Kallang Basin and Local Significance
(28:20) Impact of Fatherhood
(31:57) Expectations of Modern Parenting
(34:04) Shared Parental Leave
(38:20) Social Changes and Technology
(44:52) Planning for Parenthood
(49:56) One Shiok Thing
(53:32) Parenting Challenges and Experiences
(54:13) Flexible Work Arrangements

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Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak