One child, plenty of questions. Our Life With an Only guides look at what research actually says about only children and offer practical, low-pressure ideas for friendships, independence and family life with one child.
We keep it general and evidence-based; for concerns about your own child, talk to your doctor or school.
Only Child Myths: What the Research Actually Says
Are only children spoiled, lonely or bossy? Decades of research paint a far kinder picture. What studies have found about only children, and what matters more than siblings. … Continue reading
Helping an Only Child Make Friends
Practical, low-pressure ways to help an only child build friendships and social skills: playdates, cousins, clubs, sharing practice and letting small conflicts play out. … Continue reading