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#355 Tin Pei Ling: Making Motherhood, Parliament, and Progress Work—Her Way


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Becoming Singapore’s youngest parliamentarian was just the beginning.

In Part Two of this conversation, Tin Pei Ling reflects on how she’s evolved as a leader, mother, policymaker, and public voice. From walking the campaign trail just days after giving birth, to pursuing an MBA mid-term while managing a constituency, her path isn’t about having it all—it’s about knowing what to give, and when.

She opens up about the guilt of missing milestones, the value of learning from older peers, and the real cost of public service. She also shares her ongoing fight for women’s empowerment, elderly inclusion, mental wellness, and Singapore’s digital future. For anyone navigating multiple roles at once, Pei Ling’s story is a case study in conviction—and quiet strength.

Key Highlights of Our Interview:

Why She Chose an MBA—After Already Getting Elected

“Politics was public. But I needed something personal—to grow, stretch, and see the world differently.”

What Booth Taught Her (Besides Economics)

“I wasn’t just learning frameworks. I was building a new lens through which to see leadership.”

Motherhood, Duty, and the Election That Didn’t Wait

“Two weeks after giving birth, I was out campaigning. I came home to a baby who’d grown before my eyes.”

There’s No Perfect Balance—Only Trade-Offs

“As an MP, an employee, and a mother, I’ve had to make hard choices. But I’ve never walked alone.”

Why Support Systems Are Everything

“Behind every successful woman is an ecosystem. Mine includes teammates, voters, bosses, and family.”

From Guilt to Advocacy: Fighting for Women’s Aspirations

“Not everyone has what I had. That’s why I fight for better policies—for every woman with a dream.”

Mental Health, Aging, and the Power of Policy

“Youth need tools. Seniors need dignity. My job is to speak for both.”

Why Digital Fluency Is a Women’s Issue Too

“Tech can empower women—if we help them unlock it. That’s what smart nations really need: smart, supported women.”

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