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 ...

Blumberg is a contributor for TIME. Blumberg is a contributor for TIME. You swear you sleep better when you drift off in your partner’s arms, while your sweetheart says spooning is more stress than it ...

When you come home after a long day of work and are physically, mentally, and even emotionally drained, being welcomed by the open arms of a loved one can be one of the most comforting things. In ...

For many people, the thing they’ve missed most during the pandemic is being able to hug loved ones. Indeed, it wasn’t until we lost our ability to hug friends and family did many realize just how ...

A bullied monkey clutching an IKEA toy probably wasn’t on your 2026 bingo card – and yet here we are. Somehow, his plushie has become the internet’s most relatable coping mechanism. Turns out, the ...

There used to be a time when we would hug our partners, friends, or families as a sign of love and comfort. However, a rather unexpected turn is trending: professional cuddling is becoming a job—yes, ...

Samantha Hess slipped off her shoes. Her client, Etienne Illige-Saucier, quickly followed suit. Soon, their bodies tangled together. Her fingers roamed Illige-Saucier's shoulder, coming to a rest in ...

Cuddling makes you feel good, and a Roseville business said people are willing to pay for a human embrace.Cuddle Connection opened its doors in an office building along North Sunrise Boulevard this ...

Tea is a wonderful, joyful thing. As are hugs. So it's kind of baffling that no-one has ever thought to put them together until now. But here we are, with the first ever union of two of the world's ...

In a world devoid of physical contact, self-professed huggers are dreaming about the days of warm embraces, and wondering what will happen to hugs post-pandemic. Will people immediately run back into ...