Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has addressed commentary about whether New Zealand will be cheated of her attention once she has a baby, saying it was up to her to prove she could do it.
In the Mail on Sunday, UK commentator Liz Jones wrote that Ardern's pregnancy was "a betrayal of New Zealand voters".
"Surely your country shouldn't have to compete for your attention with a colicky toddler."
Ardern said she had not read the full piece but had seen commentary on it.
"I think probably every parent would have some views on that and I've always acknowledged people will take different positions on my situation.