Popsugar Family Pregnancy Benefits of an Only Child The Surprising Perks to Having a Small Family September 16, 2017 by Leah Rocketto View On One Page Photo 1 of 9 ADVERTISEMENT () Start Slideshow Share This Link Copy ← Use Arrow Keys → 1 You avoid sibling slip-ups. Calling your children the wrong name or accidentally comparing the two doesn't happen when there's only one. Source: Flickr user yourdon Previous Next Start Slideshow PregnancyParentingFamily Relationships