When a baby is crying, the first thing that will come to our mind is to carry the baby and soothe her by hugging and kissing. Rocking the baby and hushing while saying out loud that everything is okay. That’s parental instinct and it comes to us naturally.
While for the baby, he/she tries to calm down knowing that there is someone close and that they are safe. They need to cling and rest on caregivers to make them feel safe. But when those little babes grow up, do we tend to forget these instincts or do we take those natural instincts for granted?
The power of touch or scientifically known as the “science of touch” is the primary source of giving/receiving compassion. During research, it has been found that touch has some incredible emotional and physical health benefits and it is truly fundamental for human communication, bonding and health. Touch releases the hormone oxytocin which helps us to form emotional connection with one another and fosters the sense of happiness and well-being.
This magical power of touch is especially important when it comes to our kids for their emotional, mental and physical growth. Its takes away their stress, gives them hope and increases their trust in us and inspires positivity, healing and love. It not only builds your connection and attachment but also has a great calming effect on your child.
It also helps in their growth, promotes health, increases intelligence, works wonders on their emotional intelligence, boosts happiness. Physical touch shows them that they are loved which increases their self-worth.
Here are some ways that you can use to implement the power of touch on your kids, no matter their age.
- Hugs
- Lots of kisses
- Cuddles
- Stroking of head
- Brushing their hair with your fingers
- Pat on the back
- Holding their face when talking with compassion
- Snuggling during reading at bedtime
- High fives
- Fist bumps
- Sitting on lap
- Holding hands
- Tickles and more tickles
- Head massage, neck rub and body massages
- Holding arms and sitting close
- Gentle body strokes while sleeping
- Walking around holding hands when stepping out
- Contact games/sports like piggyback rides, wrestling on bed, tracing fingers on the back
- A family group hug
- Showing love while using the power of touch even when there are other people around.
I especially mentioned the last one as some parents forget to show their love when they are around others. Those are the times that your child might need you the most. Do not forget to use the magical power of touch and if your child is uncomfortable around new people and gets more clingy, let them be. They are just drawing your magical power of touch from within you. Isn’t that what we want too when nervous or scared?
Do you believe in the power of touch? What other ways do you use to express love with your kids or family? Share it in the comments.
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I strongly believe in the power of touch. I make sure that I hug my kids at least 10 times a day consciously, no matter that they are grown up now. It helps me to bond better and I do believe as you rightly said, it improves their self worth.
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I completely agree about the power of touch. I read somewhere that 10 touches a day are important for a child’s growth.
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This is such a relevant post for new parents. Hugs and cuddles go a long way in raising a happy child.
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The sense of touch is so significant in a child’s life. I come from a family which is highly demonstrative and all of us use hugs and pats freely. Hence, this article truly resonates with me. Thanks for writing it!
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Personal touch is important for grown ups and even more so for a child.
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Touch plays a vital role in an infant’s life, especially mother’s touch. My last post is on motherhood and touch is discussed too. Here’s the link in case you’re interested:
https://matheikal.blogspot.com/2021/09/nights-of-scorpions.html
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Touch is far more essential than our other senses. … It’s much stronger than verbal or emotional contact. We need such articles to remind us of the importance of actions we take for granted.
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I totally agree with you. Sense of touch is crucial for the mom and baby bonding. Plus the baby is mentally feeling secure and loved.
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Totally agree with you. Touch works like magic, we all have seen its power.
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Lovely post. Touch plays a major role in bonding with kids.
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Touch helps increase bonding. A lovely post to remind the parents about the power of touch.
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Totally agree and believe in the power of touch. Newborns are given special kangaroo touch because that is proven to be effective
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Touch can be so reassuring and also confident inducing. Dad has always given out the best of hugs and it really matters 🙂
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I so much agree with you that kids need hugs regularly and really help them in many different ways. You have very beautifully explained.
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A lovely post. Touch is indeed extremely important for a baby. I am sure this post would relate to all the parents out there.
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Healing power of touch is magical. For children its even more important. This was a great post.
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The healing powers of touch are very underrated. Thanks for sharing this.
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I totally agree with you about the power of touch. It is very good for growing children
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Thats a perfectly penned article..lover reading it. Very helpful for new parents.
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I couldn’t agree more on this, I have witnessed the power of touch in my friend’s child when he was down with high fever. You have brilliantly jotted down the different ways of applying it in your daily routine.
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Most definitely agree with what you have written. Detailed and valuable suggestions all.
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Thanks for sharing such an in depth explanation of the power of touch.
I do believe that a loving touch has many benefits.
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wow, that deserves hugs beautiful list.
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So true, loving touch really is comforting.
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The touch of comfort is everything to a child as well as the mother. In you 20 points you covered almost everything.
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Such a lovely and well written post. Thanks for sharing this informative post.
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My daughter is a teen and yet she craves touch, feels at ease after a hug so you rightly mentioned that no matter the age of a child, the loving touch of a parent matter so much for the growth of a child.
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Touch is very important for the baby, right from a newborn. That is how they recognize.
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Yes I strongly believe in the power of touch. It not only make a great bonding but kids also feel secure and loved. It boosts their confidence and really important for their emotional health too.
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Touching gives loving vibes and kids are very sensitive towards the vibes
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Touch does magic, it makes them feel secure that there is someone around for them that they can lean on.. well written post with all important points for new parents and parents with kids alike
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The power of touch should not be underestimated. Your well-written and helpful post tells us exactly why.
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Sweet and heartwarming post! I feel that the power of touch does a lot for us along with the kids. Thanks for writing this one!
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These things would benefit us adults too. Who doesn’t like cuddles and random touches of affection?
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Touch is important for mom and baby bonding. It makes them feel loved, secured and important for their overall growth especially their emotional quotient.Nice post!!
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Touch is a very very effective way of communication. many of things you listed work wonders on adults too!
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Seema, your list is comprehensive and the pointers mentioned are essential for proper growth of the child. Hug and gentle strokes makes a huge difference in the bonding. Liked your last pointer that reminds parents to build the connection in the gathering too.
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Thank you so much.
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finally, someone said it! yes, power of touch is supreme and its time parents understood its value
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Nothing can replace a touch. I am very vocal about this aspect with my twins and yes, it helps bond better. #MyepicaReads
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true, my son has habit of hugging him and sleep that give him security and closeness of me.
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Absolutely true, touch has the magical powers to make everything right especially for kids. I believe in pampering kids with hugs and kisses, they can never be enough.
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I strongly believe in the power of touch…nice post!
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I hug my kids and smother them with kisses every single day. The older they grow the more distracted they are but you need to find time to do these things with them.
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Stroking fingers on your child’s head is very soothing and calming to the child. Lovely list to follow.
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Totally remember the time when elder one used to be scared and ask to sleep in our bed, he would cuddle very close, it was his way of chasing away the nightmares. Touch is very necessary for showing that we love, we care and we are there for them
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Sich a fantastic post and cent percent true. Touch means a lot.
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I recently became a father and I do most of the things you have mentioned. It is giving me confidence as a father.
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Congratulations! I’m sure this generation knows what changes are needed.
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Touch is such an important way of connecting with someone, especially your own child. You have mentioned really important points here
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