Is It Wrong to Show Too Much Hugs to a Toddler Boy?

Question

My nephew whom I dearly love. I always hug him and kiss him or pat him on the head and give him positive affirmations and morals. My whole family does group hugs where we hug everyone with nephew in the middle.

My mom says I smother him too much as he's a boy 6 years.

Said boys don't like to be too much hugged........

Your thoughts?

You Say??

Answer 1

I don't think it's wrong at all. Pretty soon he'll be too "cool" to be so affectionate. Enjoy it while it lasts! =]

Answer 2

NO! Its not wrong to hug somone you dearly love. just let him alone and dont hug him too much!!!

Answer 3

Boys love hugs lol.

All the boys I know give hugs like crazy. Especially the ones I know that are in bands, band boys give the best hugs.

I would say if he doesn't mind all the hugs then keep going.

Chances are he'll end up like the boys I know, which is a good thing.

Answer 4

Dear Friend,

I also had a toddler nephew and I used to smother him alot. He grew fond of me so much that he began crying for me at nights.

Your nephew is 6 years. He is learning to appreciate those who love him and those who don't. You can love him and hug him but yes keep it to a limit. Try to adopt holding his hand and playing etc. Limit the kissing to a bare minimum of 1  a day or so or none at all.

Engage in his actitivies and play with him.

When he is finished take his hand and go for walk. Avoid tapping his head too much. Try high five or thumbs up.

A great bug is definitely appreciated.

Today my toddler nephew is miles away from me in another country but i understand that he is married and living happily.

Balance the love and touching.

Take Care

Angel Doll

Answer 5

i have a 2 year old daughter and every time me and my boyfriend just gives a quick hug to each other she has to jump in between us and say me too me too.. as long as he is not pushing or anything keep giving hugs its good for them to fell the love that everyone has for him..

Answer 6

If he becomes clingy about it then it becomes a problem, otherwise its fine

Answer 7

If he's not pulling or pushing away form you I think it's fine.  We all show love and want love in different ways.  Some people need more physical love than others.  It's a fact of life.... He won't be spoiled.

Answer 8

I have two boys and they are incredibly lovey, as is our family.  I think all boys are different but teaching them it is OK to show affection is important.  If they are not "ewwing" or acting grossed out then you are fine.  Your mom is probably just pulling from her generations view of boys.