Being ‘one and done’ is certainly more common, so is it good or bad being an only child? | Maddie Thomas

While only children are still outliers, the number of single-child families has almost doubled in 40 years

It is an age-old debate: is it good or bad being an only child? I would argue that the question is, in itself, a moot point. And while only children are no longer met with scorn, they are often still met with surprise. I know, because I am one.

If you have a sibling, it may be hard to imagine life without them by your side. But as one myself, I know no different.