The Cotton Swab: A Father's FearHow parental worry led to a household staple.
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The Secret Life of ObjectsDiscover the surprisingly anxious origin of one of the most common items in your bathroom cabinet. A father's concern over a makeshift cleaning tool sparked an invention that would soon be found in nearly every home. From a dangerous toothpick and cotton wad to the mass-produced Q-tip, this is the story of how a simple desire to protect a child created an everyday essential.
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