Being the youngest child can be a blessing and a curse. From protective siblings to being spoiled rotten, being the baby has some mixed feelings.

1. You are the most spoiled

Whether it’s with the newest technology, a car at an earlier age, or even getting picked to go out to ice cream at night, the youngest child is always the one that is spoiled rotten. It may be because your parents are tired of trying to be strict with discipline or because they’re just tired in general but whatever you do, don’t argue it.

2. You’re the most sheltered

If you have older siblings, it’s basically like you have more parents to watch you. Your older siblings grew up as your babysitters so don’t take their hovering personally; they will forever be the role of second parents.

3. You’re constantly being compared to your siblings

This is inevitable… You have big shoes to fill! Just remember – you’re your own person with your own dreams and ambitions. Don’t lose your individuality!

4. None of your clothes are ever new

If you’re the youngest child, you always get hand-me-downs. Most of your wardrobe is never new to you but it is comfy from all the wear before you.

5. You’re always the center of attention at family gatherings

Your extended family always comes up to you first to talk about your life plans; college, work, that guy that SO brought to the last family function (“What ever happened to ____?”). Since you’re the youngest, your dreams and plans are always the freshest and everyone will gravitate to that – so expect to be asked the same questions 10 times.

6. You will always get the statement: “Look at how big you are!”

Again, this is something that is inevitable. Chances are, since you’re the youngest, the people telling you this have seen you grow up and they’re shocked to see just how much you’ve grown between each time you see them.

7. You know that even though being the youngest can be hard, you wouldn’t trade it for the world

Being the youngest child has its ups and downs. But, at the end of the day, you love where you place in the family and wouldn’t trade it for anything.