-Weekly parenting tips provided courtesy of Jean Bell, Parenting Education Coordinator, Vance County Cooperative Extension
Parenting tip week of 5/14/18
The Power of Hugs
Hugs are wonderful. It’s great to get a hug and even better to give one. Every parent knows that hugs can help make things seem better and can help you connect with your child.
There is even research that hugs can deliver important health benefits. Hugs can boost the release of the hormone oxytocin and can help reduce the levels of the stress hormone cortisol.
Hugs can help reduce stress! This is a great reason to make giving your child a hug part of your day.