Single unwed mothers are ultimately mothers first

I refer to the Voices letters on the debate about single unwed mothers. While many of us may be sitting on the fence, perhaps we might be missing the point here.

While there are many categories of single, unwed mothers, either by choice or unfortunate circumstance, they are ultimately mothers first.

Humans tend to judge at a superficial level, and when we fail to recognise this crucial point, we are denying this group the motherhood package.

As a working mother of two young boys, I fully welcome the benefits the government and my company give. At times, I still feel overwhelmed by all the parenting I share with my husband. How much so for single mothers?

Let us not be too judgemental about their choices or get too emotional with sympathy, but take a holistic approach by recognising them as mothers first. The rest would be a bonus.