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Susan Newman posted an update in the group Moms of Only Children 10 years, 11 months ago
Even though the number of only child families increases steadily, people have dated ideas about only children–and often about their parents. This group is about all things small family, to be supportive, answer questions, solve problems (the mother or mother-in-law who wants you to have another). We welcome anyone to post here, too or look at…[Read more]
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Susan Newman posted an update in the group Moms of Only Children 10 years, 11 months ago
“I can’t believe she is an only child.” That seems to be the new refrain about only children these days which just goes to prove the point that only children are no different from other children. It’s the parenting that counts, no the number of siblings a child does or doesn’t have that affects development and outcomes. Lots more about this at Psyc…[Read more]
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Susan Newman posted an update in the group Moms of Only Children 10 years, 11 months ago
Lizandra, Thank you for your comment. I have a question: was your husband hoping for a boy?
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Susan Newman posted an update in the group Moms of Only Children 10 years, 11 months ago
Welcome, Elizabeth. You might want to take a look at Psychology Today, Singletons; there is TONS of information related to having or being an only child. I also have a new book, The Case for the Only Child: Your Essential Guide (with a chapter devoted to standing up to the pressure to have more children). Feel free to send me any questions.
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Susan Newman posted an update in the group Sandwich Generation – caring for children and parents 10 years, 11 months ago
For those caring for their children and parents in your home…or you in theirs, a helpful heads-up: My new book, Under One Roof Again: All Grown Up and (Re)learning to Live Together Happily will be out June 1.
It covers everything from money matters to personal and physical boundaries, from what to say and what to do to avoid conflict and to…[Read more]
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Susan Newman posted an update in the group Sandwich Generation – caring for children and parents 10 years, 11 months ago
Good luck with the move. I’m happy to try to help whenever you are ready, although I’m sure there are experts on executive moms who are crackerjacks at analyzing business plans.
Susan