A teacher has been praised for her 'genius' idea that helps children feel close to their parents when they're spending time apart. The educator noticed how her four-year-old pupil would burst into tears each and every time her dad dropped her off at school for the day.
Wanting to make the separation easier, she created a 'cuddle button' and told her to press it whenever she needed a hug from her dad. Taking to Reddit, the heartbroken dad said: "This little heart on my hand is called a 'cuddle button'. Since my wife died last year, my four-year-old daughter has hated being away from me.
"Her teacher draws this on both our hands when I drop her off at school and every time we press it, it sends a hug to the other. It helps her feel connected to me." Commenting on his post, one user said: "That’s the most adorable and sad thing. I am so sorry for your loss. Keep being an amazing dad."
Another user added: "From one dad to another, I second this! What a wonderful teacher as well, I’d feel good knowing she’s in pretty safe hands every day."
A third user said: "What a beautiful sentiment. I would actually consider getting it tattooed. Keep being a great dad!"
While other users shared other ways he could help his daughter through the grieving process - as well as ease her anxiety about being away from him.
One user said: "A favourite book for my kids is 'The Invisible String'. If you have not read it to her, she may like it - same idea. It says our hearts are connected to those we love by an invisible string.
"Sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine having to raise my children without their mother. Thanks for being a great dad."
Another user added: "This is really sweet and I’m sorry for your loss. I don’t know if this is something you’d be interested in but there are bracelets you can buy that are meant for couples - it lets you touch one and it causes the other to vibrate to let the other person know you’re thinking about them."
One more user said: "Reminds me of the book 'The Kissing Hand'. What an adorable way to support each other. Sorry for your loss."
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