We're back after a brief mid-season break and are bringing you two episodes on the use of highly addictive drugs as medicines for children and babies in history. In our first episode, Diane describes the various uses of cocaine. What began as a very specific surgical anesthetic, quickly became an infamous cure-all.
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In episode 5 of season 2, Jen tells us everything there is to know about hiccups! A hilarious and interesting topic that takes us to some unexpected places! Listen on your favorite podcast app now!!
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Episode 4 of season 2 is out now as we continue our series on Playgrounds! This week Diane covers accessibility, as well as the sometimes tricky playground politics of the parents who accompany their kids to play. Can you relate to the topic of this episode? Leave us a comment below and let us know! 👇
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Part 3 of our series on the history of playgrounds is out now! Diane takes us through the many safety regulations that have been implemented throughout the years, making playgrounds safer for all! Remember to rate, review, and subscribe if you like what you hear!!
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Check out this excerpt from our recent episode on the history of playgrounds (part 2) - this time we cover the ever-popular SLIDE! With lots of laughter along the way, Jen tells us where the slide originated and how it became such a staple of playgrounds everywhere. Listen anywhere you find podcasts, and remember to rate, review, and subscribe for more awesome content!
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Season 2 has begun! Jen tells us all about the history of the playground, focusing on the playground staple we all know and love: the swing. Check out episode 1 of the new season on your favorite podcatcher!! And remember to rate, review, and subscribe if you like what you hear.
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This is the first episode Jen and Diane recorded TOGETHER in the same room - and oh man was it exciting!! Here’s a clip from the beginning of the episode, before we dive into the “Congratulations!” Magazine from the 1950s maternity ward!! 🎉
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Here’s a clip from our latest episode “Moms in the Workforce” with special guest host LaWann Moses of the More Than a Mother Podcast! This was such an amazing, eye opening, and collaborative discussion about how we are truly still LIVING the history of working moms. If you haven’t listened to the episode yet, head on over to www.opdwpodcast.com, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. And be sure to check out the @morethanamotherpodcast to hear more inspiring and empowering stories and interviews from LaWann!
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Is anyone surprised that the #1 ingredient in the original Gripe Water from the 1800s was alcohol?! 🤦♀️ Remember to listen to episode 40 to find out more shocking facts about this ever-popular gas & colic treatment for babies.
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🎧Be sure to listen to Episode 39, where Jen details the horrible history of Conversion Therapy. Unfortunately this torturous “therapy” is still occurring today, and having an awareness of its history and origins can help us bring an end to this practice. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Have you ever wondered why helicopter parenting came to be? It’s actually a bit more complicated than you might expect! Listen to this clip from our latest episode to get a taste of how it all began. We had a blast exploring this topic. Millennials and baby boomers, this episode is definitely for you because y’all are the stars of the show!
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In this clip from our most recent episode, Jen details a recipe for gelatin from 1747. Who wants to get Fancy?! 😂
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Here is a clip from our most recent episode about BABY CAGES! Rachel tells Diane and Jen about the oddly specific rules for “airing out your baby” from the 1920 book “The Care and Feeding of Children” by Luther Emmett Holt. Tune in on our website, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite streaming service hear the full episode!
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Here is a clip from episode 33 where Diane tells Jen a disturbing statistic about sterilization and Puerto Rican women. This is a story that needs to be told. We need to confront our history. Listen to the full episode to learn more about the dark origins of birth control.
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Here is a clip from our latest episode on Hospital Nurseries where Jen explains the “baby drawer.” Anyone else remember this from that episode of Mad Men?! 😂 🍸
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Here’s a clip from episode 30: Child Beauty Pageants. 👑 A surprising historical figure makes a cameo appearance in this episode, and Diane is QUITE surprised. 😂 Listen on Apple podcast or your favorite streaming service. Or head to our website: www.opdwpodcast.com !!
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