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Open up your arms wide and get ready to give that delightful cuddle because July 15 is Global Hug Your Kids Day! This heartwarming day of love and unity was initiated to remind parents of the importance of the simple yet powerful act of hugging. Established in 2008 by Michelle Nichols after the loss of her son, this day aims to encourage parents to show more physical affection, love, and care towards their kids. On this day, whether your child is a toddler or an adult, embrace them lovingly and remember - the best place in the world is inside a hug! The power of a hug is more than just providing comfort; it strengthens the bond and creates everlasting memories. So, let's celebrate this wonderful day and fill it with an abundance of love and joyous hugs!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Hug Your Kids Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Michelle Nichols initiated Global Hug Your Kids Day after the loss of her son to reinforce the importance of parental affection.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Anniversary</div><div class='timeline-text'>Parents around the globe embraced the spirit of the day, using it as an opportunity to express their love and care towards their children.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Expansion and Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to increasing global awareness and media coverage, more countries began to recognize and celebrate this day annually.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hugs Beyond Borders</div><div class='timeline-text'>Efforts to encourage affection transcended cultural, geographical and social boundaries, making it a truly global event.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>More Than A Hug</div><div class='timeline-text'>The day became a platform to promote the importance of healthy family relationships, empathy, kindness, and emotional well-being.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hugging in Tough Times</div><div class='timeline-text'>Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, families found new ways to express love and connection while maintaining global health guidelines.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Start a hug diary</h3><p class='facts-text'>On this day, start a special 'hug diary' where you and your kids can jot down how you felt after receiving a hug each day. This can be a fun and touching way to express your love for each other.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Give surprise hugs</h3><p class='facts-text'>Schedule surprise hug attacks throughout the day. Catch your children off guard with unexpected snuggles, reminding them you love them.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Create a group hug ritual</h3><p class='facts-text'>Make a family hug ritual, maybe before bedtime or every morning, when all family members gather and share a big group hug. This could help in creating healthier relationships and stronger family bonds.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Encourage kids to hug their friends</h3><p class='facts-text'>Encourage children to share a warm hug with their friends, making their friends feel special and loved. A nice way to spread love outside the family as well!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Have a hug story time </h3><p class='facts-text'>Gather with your children and share stories that emphasize the power of a hug. This could motivate them to not shy away from expressing their affection through hugs.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes love and warmth</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Global Hug Your Kids Day is all about spreading affection and warmth. It's a chance to pause our busy lives, hold our little ones close and show them how much we truly care. That human connection through a simple hug can transmit love and security, fostering a loving environment for them.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It strengthens the family bond</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By observing Global Hug Your Kids Day, families are encouraged to share a personable moment that strengthens the bond between them. A family hug ritual or surprise hugs not only creates a loving tradition but also reminds the child of the strength and unity of their family.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It teaches children about expressing love </h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Global Hug Your Kids Day is also about teaching children the importance of expressing love. Encouraging kids to hug their friends and sharing stories about the power of a hug can help them understand the significance of expressing affection. This will help them grow into emotionally expressive individuals.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hugs Provide a Host of Health Benefits</h3><p class='facts-text'>A warm, loving hug doesn't just make one feel good, it also has numerous health benefits. Hugs are known to increase oxytocin levels, reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and even improve heart health.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Day Represents More Than a Hug</h3><p class='facts-text'>While the act of hugging is central to Global Hug Your Kids Day, it's not just about physical affection. The day is also about parents taking time to truly connect with their children, showing them that they are always there for support and love.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Four Hugs a Day for Survival, Eight for Maintenance, Twelve for Growth</h3><p class='facts-text'>According to family therapist Virginia Satir, "We need four hugs a day for survival. We need eight hugs a day for maintenance. We need twelve hugs a day for growth." What better day to start aiming for these numbers than Global Hug Your Kids Day?</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Holiday is Celebrated Worldwide</h3><p class='facts-text'>What started as a day to remember the importance of parental affection, has now become a global holiday. People all across the globe celebrate Global Hug Your Kids Day, spreading warmth with loads of hugs.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The World Record for Most Hugs Given in an Hour by an Individual</h3><p class='facts-text'>Some people have taken the art of hugging to the extreme. The current Guinness World Record for the most hugs given in one hour by an individual is 2,493. So this Global Hug Your Kids Day, maybe you could aim for a new record!</p></div></div>
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