Snuggle Time

About this episode

The episode explores the history and significance of snuggling in both humans and animals.

Humans have innate instincts, just like animals do. We can go to a zoo on vacation and observe mother tigers snuggling their cubs or baby elephants sidling next to their parents for warmth and comfort. That same night, what are my wife and I doing with our boys, while we’re watching a movie? You guessed it… the same parental, natural impulse to “snuggle.” There are few feelings more comforting than cozying up next to a loved one and doctors have recognized the scientific benefits to this, as well. On The Missing the Chapter Podcast today, learn about the history behind “snuggling,” the babies whose lives depend on it, and the man who recognized it first. A “rollercoaster” of a story that you’ve come to expect from The Phil’s and the drink that drives us to bring it to you. Want some Missing Chapter merchandise? Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HERE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ !

People in this episode

Hosts: Philip Horender, Philip Schoff

Topics covered

• snuggling
• parenting
• human instincts
• animal behavior
• comfort
• historical context

Keywords

• snuggling
• parenting
• comfort
• human instincts
• animal behavior
• historical significance

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