An eight-month pregnant woman in Singapore has sparked discussion online after sharing her frustrations on TikTok. She claimed that commuters on the MRT ignored her and “pretended” to be absorbed in their phones.
The Original Poster (OP) posted a video on Wednesday (21 Jan) showing her perspective of passengers sitting comfortably, some clearly using their phones, as she struggled to find a seat. On-screen text in the 12-second clip reads: “POV: you are 8 months pregnant and nobody offering seat.”
@kati_on_air This is not the first time that happened. And it is usually the women who offer their seat eventually, never the men especially not young men. #singaporemrt #pregnant ♬ Tiny Workshop – Creative Time – Shinoa
She also wrote sarcastically, “Welcome to Singapore MRT,” highlighting how common this experience has been for her.
Recurring Problem, Mostly Women Offer Seats
In the video caption, the OP explained that this is not an isolated incident, saying, “It is usually the women who offer their seat eventually, never the men especially not young men.”
Mixed Reactions from Netizens
The post received over a thousand comments, sparking debate online.
Some disagreed with the OP, suggesting she should ask for a seat.
One TikTok user said, “people are happy to give up their seats,” encouraging her to try asking next time.
Another commenter shared that they never expect offers and would opt for private hire if needed.
Others sympathized, saying offering a seat to a pregnant woman should be a basic courtesy. One netizen called it “common courtesy”,
while another said such kindness is “hard to find these days.”
Helping Hand Scheme by LTA
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has a Helping Hand scheme to support passengers in need, including expectant mothers and people with short-term medical conditions. The scheme allows them to collect a card at MRT stations and bus interchanges, helping others identify those who need priority seating.
LTA also advises passengers to give up seats for the elderly, pregnant women, families with strollers, and people with disabilities.
