My parents had my youngest sister when I was 17. Helping care for her made me feel older than my peers.

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I was 17 when my youngest sister (not pictured) was born. At times, I felt more like her third parent than a sibling.

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Only children are everywhere now — and they might just save America

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My brother and I were born 16 years apart. We had different childhoods, but we've realized we have a lot in common.

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Nia Springer-Norris and her brother Winston are 16 years apart in age.

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After my brother died, I felt guilty when experiencing joy. I'm learning to let go of that.

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A woman rests her head against the wall

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What your birth order might say about who you date

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13 of the most epic sibling feuds and rivalries of all time

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Oasis bandmates Liam Gallagher and Noel Gallagher may be putting their feud behind them.

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I'm happy I was an only child. It made me more independent and I got more financial support from my parents.

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Sandrine Jacquot is an only child.

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I moved home after college to live with my parents, 3 siblings, and grandpa. It's crowded, but I'm saving money while looking for a job.

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Luke Macy lives with his three siblings, parents, and grandfather.

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Billie Eilish gets annoyed when her brother puts his dirty shoes near her face. An expert says there are pros and cons to working with siblings.

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Finneas O'Connell and Billie Eilish have won many awards — including Best Original Song for "What Was I Made For?" at the 2024 Academy Awards.

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My identical twin and I only started dressing alike as adults. It's the way it should be.

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The author and her twin, in 2020. The sisters once pledged never to be caught together wearing the same outfit.

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