A Comprehensive Guide to Government Grants for Newborns and Babies
By Singapore's Budget Babe  •  November 29, 2018
There's a wide range of benefits available to parents if you're having your baby in Singapore. I came to learn of all these cash grants and freebies when I was pregnant with my first child, but realised that many of my peers aren't fully aware of what they're entitled to, so here's a full list of what you can get and how:



I detail them below on what they cover, and how you can apply to claim your benefits:

  1. The Baby Bonus cash gift
  2. The First-Step CDA grant and dollar-for-dollar matching
  3. MediSave Maternity Package
  4. MediSave Grant for Newborns
  5. MediShield Life Coverage
  6. Parental Leave Entitlement (paid by the government, too!)
  7. Income Tax rebates
  8. NTUC Good Start Bundle (with free hospitalisation insurance)
  9. NLB Baby Gift Pack
1. Baby Bonus Cash Gift

As part of their efforts to boost the population fertility rate, the Singapore government gives you at least S$8,000 in ...
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By Singapore's Budget Babe
Budget Babe is an ordinary lady striving to achieve financial freedom in Singapore before the age of 45. She is always looking for cost-effective ways to live a fulfilling life in amidst Singapore's rising costs, and writes in order to empower fellow Singaporeans on taking charge of their own lives and finances. The final goal is to eventually break free from the competitive rat race. Will I meet you there? ...
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