Why does cuddling feel so good? It’s science, baby: specifically, brain chemistry. When you hug or snuggle with a partner, your pituitary gland releases a chemical called oxytocin, which has been ...

Move over, melatonin. New research suggests that couples who engage in one surprisingly simple nighttime ritual sleep more soundly, stress less and feel emotionally closer to their partner. And no, it ...

We are natural-born cuddlers. From the moment we're placed in our mother's arms and realize that snuggled up all warm and cozy next to someone we love is the most perfect place one can be, we’re ...

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Every dog owner has experienced it at least once: you come home after a hard day at work or a long trip, and your eager pup leaps into your arms, begging for licks and cuddles. And then they don’t. So ...

Whether you're an OG big spoon, a tender foot-toucher, or you like to wind yourself into some sort of intricate human pretzel, cuddling with a partner can be a sweet and intimate way to connect. Of ...

Having an active sex life can be important for the longevity of your relationship or marriage. But cuddling after sex can actually be equally as important as the sex itself. It’s a low effort way of ...