It’s Middle Child Day, So Ignored Children Tweeted Very Funny Jokes Into the Void

Since the beginning of time, it’s basically a known fact that the middle child has it tough. The “Middle Child Syndrome” makes it even seem like a medical condition: one that brings on the feeling of exclusivity, invisibility… if you’re a middle child, you know. But today is when it’s all about the those attention-seeking siblings: National Middle Child Day.

And believe us when we say that the middle children of Twitter have noticed. Using the hashtag #NationalMiddleChildDay, users have channeled their excitement and sense of humor toward the acknowledgement they stereotypically yearn for in the form of hysterical tweets. Yes, “Middle Child Syndrome” might not be scientifically proven, and many middle children don’t actually feel excluded—but that doesn’t mean we don’t want to take part in the spirit of the day!

See below for our favorite tweets about National Middle Child Day that we noticed while scrolling Twitter. No matter your birth order, get ready for a laugh:

Where that crown proudly, it’s your day middle child.

Typical older sibling move.

Yes you do, Stephanies of the world!!

Personalized beauty products are all the rage nowadays, amiright?

But you WILL be acknowledged among other middle children, so there.

I’m sure ol what’s her name is going to be thrilled to see this.

Middle children are officially the coolest. Done.