Everything always feels better with a hug, kiss or cuddle from Mum or Dad. But physical touch is not just for when times are rough or when our kids are hurt.
It can be a great way to show them that we love them unconditionally, that we value them for who they are, that they are OK for just being our child. When we are touched we relax, we connect to the person who offers us loving touch, and for a few minutes we forget about stress and tension.
Research indicates that children who receive tender touch are much healthier emotionally than chi...