In Episode 23 of the New Dad Order podcast, Ray and Parfait dive into the funniest, strangest, and most absurd house rules and parenting myths they grew up with. From weird family traditions to childhood superstitions, the episode unpacks the rules parents swore were true but turned out to be nothing more than myths or scare tactics.The Strangest House RulesSome rules were practical, but others made no sense at all. One example was the “no shoes and no socks inside” rule, meant to keep the house clean but taken to an extreme. Another? No sleeping past 8 AM on weekends, because sleeping in was seen as being “lazy.” Families also enforced no singing at the table, no eating in the living room, and the classic “don’t use the nice towels or soap” reserved for guests only.Parenting Myths We All HeardRay and Parfait laugh about the myths nearly every kid was told:“Don’t swallow gum, it stays in your stomach for 7 years.”“No swimming after eating for 30 minutes.”“Turn off the car’s dome light—it’s illegal.”“Sit too close to the TV and you’ll go blind.”These myths weren’t just funny—they shaped how kids behaved, even though none of them were true.Childhood Superstitions and Family BeliefsThe hosts also share unique cultural superstitions. One rule claimed that whistling indoors invited ghosts. Another tradition suggested rubbing a potato on a wart and burying it to make it disappear. Families even believed that planting a baby’s umbilical cord stump by rose bushes would make the flowers bloom more beautifully.Outdated Safety RulesThe episode highlights how safety was viewed differently back then. Many kids rode in the back of pickup trucks or skipped wearing seatbelts in the back seat because parents thought it was safe. Others were told that wearing the seatbelt incorrectly could “cut you in half” during an accident—another scare tactic with no truth.Why These Rules Stick With UsWhile most of these childhood rules and myths turned out to be false, they remain memorable because of how often parents repeated them. Some were rooted in caution (like not swallowing gum), while others were just cultural traditions passed down without question.Today, parents laugh at how absurd these rules sound but also reflect on how they shaped childhood experiences. Whether it was drinking from the garden hose, turning lights off to “save money,” or avoiding “guest towels,” these weird family rules and parenting myths became part of growing up.👉 If you love stories about funny parenting rules, childhood myths, and family superstitions, this episode of the New Dad Order podcast is packed with nostalgia, humor, and a reminder that sometimes the strangest rules make the best memories.📩 Reach Out:Jerrard:📧 Email: jmparfait@gmail.com📱 Instagram: @itsparfaitRay:📧 Email: rbelvin91@gmail.com💤 Sleep & Recovery:Melatonin-Free Sleep & Recovery for Peak Fitness👉 Hit this link and use promo code: NDOZZZ🔗 https://thirdzy.com/⚡ Energy Boost:Need a new energy drink? Try Dubby Energy!👉 Use this link and discount code automatically applies🔗 https://www.dubby.gg/discount/NEWDADORDER?ref=fhfcqotb🌐 Find Us Online:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/newdadorderpodcast1Spotify:🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/4Zi2b2lmVbAr1m8mhHhjOK?si=l6HluKZ8Rs2Fxt6WJAVy9QTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@newdadorderMelatonin-Free Sleep & Recovery for Peak fitness-Hit this link and use our promo code-NDOZZZhttps://thirdzy.com/Need a new energy drink get Dubby Energy!https://www.dubby.gg/discount/NEWDADORDER?ref=fhfcqotbWe are also on the following sites:Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/newdadorderpodcast1Spotify-https://open.spotify.com/show/4Zi2b2lmVbAr1m8mhHhjOK?si=l6HluKZ8Rs2Fxt6WJAVy9Qtiktok-https://www.tiktok.com/@newdadorder