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Parenting Trends Throughout History: We’ve always done it wrong … and also right

ParentData with Emily Oster

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Act Natural: Exploring Diverse Parenting Styles through History

The chapter delves into the historical context of parenting practices, showcasing diverse approaches to parenting throughout history, challenging the idea of a singular 'correct' method. It explores the emotional investment and exhaustion that parents face in modern times, leading to defensive reactions towards alternative parenting methods and sparking debates. The discussion contrasts ancient practices like salting babies for shaping their form with contemporary parenting norms, revealing the evolution of parenting trends over time.

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