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19. The Facts Are In: Two Parents Are Better Than One

The Freakonomics Radio Book Club

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Expanding the Nuclear Family: Communal Living at Twin Oaks

This chapter explores the unique structure and child-rearing practices at Twin Oaks, a communal living community in rural central Virginia. It discusses the concept of expanding the traditional nuclear family to include more parental figures, and highlights the benefits of having additional support and assistance for parents. The chapter also touches on the shared responsibilities, economic efficiency, and application process for having children at Twin Oaks.

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