Note to Parents of Singletons: Your Child Won’t Be Lonely
Parents of singletons often worry that without siblings, their child might have problems sharing and making friends — and hence, will be lonely. But, this stereotype of the only child as lonely child has long been without merit. … Read More
Do You Have the Energy for Another Child?
Deciding whether or not to have another child is a difficult decision. To parents of singletons who aren’t sure how an addition will impact your family, consider this oft-repeated phrase: “One is One, Two is Four…”… Read More
Is the Economy Shrinking Family Size?
This tough economy is causing many people to actually cut back in so many different ways. Even apparently on the number of children they have. … Read More
Great Expectations: May Be Too Great for Only Children
With parents of only children, the tendency to want their children to excel can be so focused that it becomes counter-productive. Here are suggestions to benefit both parent and child.… Read More
4 Working Attitudes for Parents of One
A parent’s approach to rearing has far more to do with the child’s behavior and eventual outcome than does the number of siblings he does or doesn’t have. In order to achieve a livable balance, parents of onlies must think big; they must operate as if they had a clan.… Read More