I READ with dismay Dr Gordon Tan's suggestion ('Reviving an old
chestnut'; Jan 22) that when a wife becomes biologically too old
for childbearing, polygamy should be considered.
It is unfair to the wife who may have contributed to the wealth
of the family, only to be discarded later because she is now
considered too old to have a baby.
Adoption in other countries is common. There are many kids
around the world who need the love of a family. Adoption processes
should be made easier for childless couples.
Chong Li Yan (Ms)