This concept stems from the belief that only children share certain negative characteristics. Find out how being an only ...

Strong opinions abound about how many children you believe you should have . . . and how many children others think you should have. Those “others” are often quick to tell you. In writing about her ...

I’m in a coffee shop when a young child dumps out his mother’s bag in search of fruit snacks. The contents spill onto the table, bench and floor. It’s a chaotic – but functional – solution to the ...

Only children are smarter, happier and more creative than those who grow up with siblings, according to a new study. “Contrary to the stereotypical impression of associations between [only children] ...

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 ...

The decision to have just one kid seems financially smart. There are fewer college funds to worry about, one set of braces instead of three, and a smaller car that doesn't guzzle gas like an SUV—to ...

I always wanted siblings while growing up. I wished I had a sister to answer questions I had. But I've realized there were benefits to being an only child as I've gotten older. I learned to be ...