Does Birth Order Affect Your Child's Personality?

Does Birth Order Affect Your Child's Personality?
Cute Hispanic Brothers and Sister Talking Ready for School on Morning.
Cute Hispanic Brothers and Sister Talking Ready for School on Morning.

The role birth order plays in shaping children's personalities and IQs has been debated and researched for years. But do the stereotypes hold water?

"They say that children's behavior and development depends...a big percent on what role they play in families," Brenda says, asking other Circle of Moms members, "Where is your child at?" Another member named Charlie P. has a similar question. "Birth order and personality: Where do you fit in? Do you think this is an accurate description of you or your children?"

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