If you think being a single child is difficult, wait until you find out all the struggles of being the middle child. And no, we’re not making up that infamous middle child syndrome; it’s very real. If you ever find yourself wanting a little sibling, read this to know how hard your life will be if you find yourself in the middle.

1. You’re Always Stuck in the Middle When Your Siblings Fight

A common situation between you children is when the eldest sib picks up a fight with your bunso, and you’re not allowed to pick sides because YOU JUST CAN’T. You end up being the mediator between them and sometimes at fault.

2. You’re A Strong Independent Person

Since all of your parents’ attention goes to your panganay and bunso, you’re left by yourself to figure out things on your own.

3. You’ll Always Have that One Sibling that Gets All Your Clothes

Especially when you and your sibling are closer in age, this kind of thing is normal between you two.

4. Your Parents Tend to Ignore You

As stated in #2, all of your parents’ time are given both to the eldest and youngest, leaving you by yourself most of time. While this may somehow be a benefit, you often find yourself alone and in need of someone to talk to.

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