Debunking "Only Child" Myths
From Parent Savers: Empowering New Parents by New Mommy Media | Independent Podcast Network
March 4, 2026 · 41 min · Episode 27
About this episode
This episode explores the increasing trend of families choosing to have only one child and discusses the benefits and trade-offs of having siblings.
The number of families having only one child has doubled since the baby boomer generation. So, why are more and more families planning to have only one child? What are some of the benefits and trade-offs of siblings? Is only "lonely"? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Topics covered
- only child
- siblings
- family dynamics
- parenting
- myths
Keywords
- only child
- family planning
- parenting myths
- sibling benefits
- loneliness
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: New Mommy Media
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