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The world of only children

Susan Newman is a social psychologist and author. Her books include Parenting an Only Child and The Book of NO. See full bio

January 26, 2009

Exploiting Sasha and Malia Already

Only a week in office and the concept that the First Daughters are "off-limits" has been challenged in a big way. Read More

January 16, 2009

Are the Duggars a family of 20 or an industry?

I was interviewed last week about the Duggars-the Arkansas family who had their 18th child on December 18, 2008. After Michelle Duggar gave birth to Jordyn-Grace, their eighth daughter joining their ten sons, papa Jim Bob Duggar, said, ""We both would love to have more." As adults will the Duggar children follow their parents' model? Read More

January 1, 2009

Is having babies recession-proof?

The economic crisis is giving couples pause before deciding whether to have or delay having another child. The global economic slowdown is hurting almost everyone in one way or another. Read More

December 12, 2008

40 is the New 20 for Having Babies-II

Several comments to the post 40 is the New 20 for Having Babies unfairly "target" women who wait well into their thirties and later to have their babies. Read More

December 2, 2008

Genetic Test to Select Your Child’s Sport Challenges Parents

A DNA test recently made available in the US can determine whether your child will be a better football player or long-distance runner. That is, should your child be investing his or her time in power or endurance sports? Read More

November 14, 2008

Shyness: A Mental Disorder or Personality Quirk?

Based on evidence, it's safe to strike "shy" from the only child stereotypical label list. But is shyness a mental health condition that should be treated? And if so, when and how? Read More

October 25, 2008

Why More People Don’t Adopt

People are quick to advocate for adoption. "So many children need homes," they rightfully argue. But all too frequently they espouse their view forcefully with little understanding of obstacles, red tape, and emotional turmoil adopting parents endure. Read More

October 11, 2008

Forty is the New 20 for Having Babies

Forty is the new 20 when it comes to having babies creating a distinct trend with a host of positives for women who delay motherhood including living longer than those who give birth at young ages. Read More

September 27, 2008

Obama vs. McCain—Do Children and Divorce Count?

When tracking how many children the last 10 elected presidents have had, the number is quite small. Will the trend continue? Read More

September 20, 2008

The Kid-Ceiling: Women Feel It Long Before Seeing Glass-Ceiling

The kid-ceiling seems to have little or no effect on Sarah Palin, but for most women who work having a family alters their income, ability to advance, and their well-being. The more children you have, the more likely you'll feel the impact of the kid-ceiling long before you see the glass-ceiling. All is not right in the world of women's work and the glaring deficiencies affect family size. Read More

Books by Susan Newman, Ph.D.

Parenting an Only Child: The Joys and Challenges of Raising Your One and Only

The Book of No: 250 Ways to Say It -- And Mean It and Stop People-pleasing Forever

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