Our Story: One and Only – A Community for One-Child Families
Hi, we’re Tamsyn and Sops – a mother and daughter duo from Norfolk, UK, and the team behind The Only Child Club. We may be a small family, but we’re full of big ideas, big dreams, and an even bigger mission: to build a joyful, supportive community for one-child families.
We started with a blog, sharing our stories, and a plethora of useful posts for parents, teenagers and children. We write about everything from newborn care to choosing where to go after sixth form college. We address key issues facing one-child families, such as the challenges of loneliness and guilt that often come with raising an only child.
After years of navigating this unique path on our own, we realised something important:
👉 Only-child families need each other.
Whether it’s sharing parenting advice, helping children make lasting friendships, or just knowing someone else gets it. Community makes all the difference.
But we need your help.
We want to grow The Only Child Club into a thriving online and in-person hub where:
- Kids and parents can meet and form lasting friendships through local social groups and online chats.
- Parents can share their experiences, ideas, and support in a safe and welcoming space.
- We can all celebrate the joy of raising just one child, without feeling alone or misunderstood.
Your donations will go towards:
🎨 Local interactive social groups throughout the UK for families with only one child.
🌐 Virtual meetups and support groups for parents
💻 Improving our website, forum, and digital resources
🛠️ Building a strong foundation for a global community of only-child families
If you've ever felt the mix of love and loneliness that can come with parenting an only child, you’re not alone—and your story matters here.
Please support us in making The Only Child Club a true home for families like ours.
❤️ No one should feel like a lonely only.
Thank you for helping us build something beautiful and lasting.