I’m a new subscriber, and thrilled with your digital publication. I’m an only child and both my parents were only children (as were two of my grandparents). It is more than likely that our infant daughter will be an only child as well. This concerns me because I feel that there are many misconceptions about only children. It’s something I typically don’t share with someone until I get to know them very well!
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I know what you mean, and your concerns are not unwarranted. Many of our readers write us with similar complaints. The next time someone tries to stereotype your child or you as a parent, tell them that your child is everything you always wanted and your family is complete the way it is. As an only child, if you wish, you can point out all of the positive aspects of being an only child. One of the missions of Only Child is to clear up many of the misconceptions about only children. Because only children spend a great deal of time with their parents, they tend to do better in school and take on more leadership roles than children with siblings. You should be proud of being an only child and you should raise your daughter to be proud as well.
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