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Hugs. Snuggles. Cuddles. Don’t these words send vibes of warmth and happiness to us all? They sure do! We as adults have come to know the power of an embrace–in good times or bad – and feel utterly relieved and happy afterwards. So much so that the world observes National Hugging Day every year on January 21 to encourage everyone to hug family and friends more often. Why? Because a hug is the easiest way to show our love to anyone, but, did you know that science itself backs the power of hugs? In fact, research shows that hugging does not only help you bond better, but also helps boost your physical, mental and emotional health. And when we talk about hugging our kids, we are only setting a solid foundation for a happy, healthy adult.
As many as you can give out! In the words of Psychotherapist Virginia Satir, “We need 4 hugs a day for survival. We need 8 hugs a day for maintenance. We need 12 hugs a day for growth.” Since children are developing and growing every day, you should be hugging them at least 12 times a day. A cuddle now, a snuggle after bath, or a hug before bedtime – we guess there are many ways these beautiful moments can be added to your daily routine. And, yes, these cuddles do have benefits too! When you hug someone, powerful, health-boosting and growth-inducing hormones are released in the process, which are immensely beneficial for your child. A hug is all you need to stimulate your child’s growth through biochemical and physiological reactions in the body to boost health, calm the nervous system and stimulate positive emotions.
There is no such thing as too many hugs! Start with waking up your kid, and then work in a hug when she gets ready for school. A goodbye with a hug sounds lovely, doesn’t it? Greet your child with a tight hug when she is back, snuggle up cosily with her during the nap. Hug your child when she plays with you, finishes her dinner, says or does something cute, and then when she finally goes off to sleep.
We all know that a child’s comfort is of utmost importance for a mother, and your hug is the best way to ensure your child gets that comfort. But what about the times when you are not around? In those situations, I found that the new Huggies Wonder Pants will do the trick! Inspired by a mother’s hug, their new hug-fit design provides comfort to a baby, second only to a mother’s hug. The power of a mother’s hug is wonderful, but the comfort of the new Huggies Wonder Pants comes a close second.
As can be deduced from the facts stated above, hugs can go a long way in promoting happiness and joy. Do not let the powers of a great hug go away – strive for them as much as you can!
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