Apr, 27th, 2012
Latest policy changes have made it easier even for adoptive mothers to go in for paid maternity leave. And since 2005, approximately, 50 adoptive mothers have enjoyed the government-paid maternity. Unlike previously, where they had to wait for some six months, adoptive mothers can now apply for leave about six weeks after the adoption process starts. About 700 adoptions take place in Singapore each year. According to agencies, the entire process can take up to five to ten months for married couples. For a single parent looking for adoption, the entire process can take two to three years. However, now with the new policy, the parents would not have to strain too much for the adoption.
