Parenting Expert Dr Rosina on - Raising an only childly child: Busting the myths about being spoiled, entitled and lonely!

Are you raising an only child and wondering if they might feel lonely, struggle with sharing, or risk becoming spoiled?

If you’ve ever had these concerns, you’re not alone — and there’s good news.

Join Dr Rosina McAlpine, family wellbeing and parenting expert, along with a range of families on Insight, the SBS TV show hosted by Kumi Taguchi, as they explore the truth behind the common myths about only children.

In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode, you’ll discover:

1. Where the stereotypes about only children really came from

2. What the research actually shows when comparing only children with those from larger families — especially in areas like:

   • Academic achievement

   • Intelligence

   • Sociability

   • Character

   • The parent–child relationship

Be ready for a rollercoaster of emotions — you’ll laugh, you might cry, and you’ll definitely learn something new. Families share their personal stories, the challenges they’ve faced, and the joys of raising an only child.

Dr Rosina also reveals research showing that across a wide range of developmental outcomes, only children are just as well-adjusted as firstborns and children from smaller families — and in some areas, they may even thrive.