“Many parents spend more time reading and explaining things to firstborns.

So what does it mean if you’re the oldest, middle, or youngest child?

(Sorry,onlys, you know you have all your parents' attention!)

oldest, middle and youngest siblings

Your birth order may define your personality

Oldest children tend to be leaders.

Plus, firstborn tend to score higher on IQ tests, according to a University of Edinburgh study.

What if you’re the baby?

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The youngest sibling in a family tends to be charming and more willing to take risks.

In fact, studies found that entrepreneurs are more likely to be “last-borns,” according toScience Daily.

If this doesn’t sound like your family, note that a few extenuating circumstances can mix things up.