Does an only child usually feel lonely? Does an only child lack social skills? Does an only child have more emotional problems? These three questions come up often from my patients, because although ...

When people ask me if I have any siblings, as soon as I answer “no,” they often assume a lot about my personality just because I’m an only child. Lonely, spoiled, selfish and bossy are some of the ...

There are many stereotypes that only children sometimes face once people learn that they didn't grow up with any siblings. From the fact that they're either spoiled because they got all of the ...

As an only child, there are certain moments when I feel deeply "locked out" of standard life things. Having no siblings can be a lonely experience, but at times, the biggest issue I find myself in is ...

Are you a parent to one child? Or are you considering having a child in the future, and wondering about what your family size should be? Parents of only children are frequently asked when they are ...

I want mothers of only children to not feel guilty for having just one child. — -- (Editor's Note: This article originally appeared on Babble.com. It has been reprinted here with permission.