Did you know that cuddle is actually a form of therapy for premature baby? In this case, we call it kangaroo care. By staying in frequent skin-to-skin contact with the mother, a baby feels safe, warm, cherished and protected. The familiar heart beats of the mother has a calming effect lulling them to sleep. But that is not the only reasons why doctors prescribed cuddling.

Let me summarise the health proven benefits of cuddling for you. Scroll down, read up and cuddle to your hearts content! Be sure to include your spouse too. The more the merrier!