Picture this. You're at a family gathering, and as you prepare to leave, your aunt leans down expectantly toward your child.

A piece of parenting advice has gone viral on TikTok in part because of how surprisingly simple it is. But as so often happens with deceptively simple tricks, moms are finding that the impact it has ...

By teaching children that they can choose whom they hug, parents hope to instill in them a sense of agency, and remind them that consent matters, both for themselves and for other people. But in some ...

Raise your hand if any of these scenarios sound familiar. After months of being apart, grandma finally gets to see your kid again so, of course, as soon as she walks in the door, you urge your ...

A father has been labeled "entitled" online after he reportedly sent his kids out to hug their mom while she was running a race -- nearly spoiling her chances of winning. He crossed the line by nearly ...

Holiday gatherings can be a whirlwind of festive food, loud relatives, and expectations. For children, navigating this social maze can be tricky, especially when it comes to physical affection. The ...

Global Hug Your Kids Day was started by Michelle Nichols in 2008, a decade after her son Mark died of brain cancer at the age of 8 ½. The day reminds mom and dads — especially those who are working ...

Bartell Drugs is helping to give "bear hugs" to children in stressful or traumatic situations in the annual "Teddy Bear Patrol" campaign, March 5-April 1. All 58 Bartell Drugs locations are designated ...

For many kids, it’s natural to give their teacher a hug. They’re someone you see nearly every day, and they play a big role in their growth and care. However, there are some situations where it just ...

A top Texas law enforcement official sparked outrage when he suggested that investigation work on the Uvalde school shooting kept him away from his children. "I'm a father. I can't go home tonight and ...