One and Only
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A prominent journalist, only child, and mother of an only child presents a case in support of one-child family life, offering perspectives on how single-child families can benefit the economy and environment while promoting child and parent autonomy.
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It was fine? I'm all but certain I'm going to only have one child, but he's only 14 months and people are already asking me if he'll have a “playmate.” I don't think this will convince anyone who wants more than one child, but I found the research interesting and reassuring.
Sandler cites extensive evidence (sometimes a little too much) to dispel typical myths that surround “onlies” (only kids). Research shows, they aren't aloof, selfish, or maladjusted and in fact do better in life than kids with siblings. Of course, I had selfish reasons to read this book since I want ample ammo whenever I'm asked by a relative on when (not whether) are we having another kid. Even the most educated of us believe in the myths even when told about ample evidence to the contrary.
Dear parents of just one kid, do yourself a favor and read this before you decide to have another kid “just to keep your existing one” company. You may want to having more kids but perhaps this book will make you less judgmental of those who choose not to.
