For me, it's somewhere in the ballpark of:
65% - pretzel/sweetheart 15% - weighted blanket 15% - spooning 5% - other
So, maybe adding a poll was a bad idea, because everyone has answered the poll without listing the whole list of what you tend to do 😅
I'm curious to hear answers like:
Mostly x Sometimes y Sometimes this or that random other thing
Not trying to be provocative, but my gut response to this question is if you know the answer to this question, you may not be doing it right. 😇
I don’t know the names of half the positions I end up in, if they even have names, because as the cuddle evolves it just becomes a comfortable meshing with my partner.
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I have tried the full Nelson and Heimlich maneuver but it didn't go well.
@gem7 yeah, you broke my rib but we’re still friends. Just mind your strength man.
@lovingspoonfull Holy scheiss, that was you?Didn't recognize you in those polka dotted jammies.
😂 @gem7 i dont break out the polka dots for just anyone.
@lovingspoonfull not provocative at all. That's interesting. I would interpret that as you spend a lot of time doing "other."
My cuddles evolve more and more into comfortable meshing with my partner too. Though it is most often just a closer tighter honeymoon hug for me.
Maybe I'll try not to go to that norm one time and see what other ways I can find to get comfy. 🤔
I would say 75% spoons, with me little spoon and 25% my head on his chest and tangled up legs, whatever that is called lol. I'm not very versatile but if try anything my cuddle partner wanted.
I have a six position “sampler pack” that I like to do with first time cuddle buddies to break the ice and also give some variety and then we choose a favorite or two. Many folks, upon hearing that there are six, often mention that they “only know 3!” Or something of that nature so it’s always nice to expand our cuddle-verse. We just do each one till it seems natural to shift, 5-10 minutes.
I adore the half-spoon and often fall into it as an opening. I like to move around fairly often so neither of us gets a sore shoulder or their arm falls asleep, but it's just a go with the flow sort of thing, I don't time it or pay attention to percentages.
I'm always open to what my cuddle friend wants - the cuddle positions they may like or hope to try. Sometimes it's something new and exotic. Sometimes they're shy and just lay their head in my lap for hair pets. I enjoy the variety that people bring.
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Rear naked choke and armbar
Till I need to itch my head or a limb goes numb with pins and needles, I have no intention of looking at the clock. Cuddling transcends time. 🕓☺️
You now have to take statistical notes during a cuddle session..drat!..I knew i was doing something wrong!
I can’t imagine making note of how much time in each position. That’s the last thing I’m thinking of during a cuddle.
With pros, several minutes of many positions. Fanatics...varying amounts of mostly spooning/half spoon. Or the 'ahhh, my legs are stiff' position heh
I was about to comment and then it occurred to me, as long as I’ve been on CC and a cuddle advocate, I don’t know the names of most of the cuddle positions.
Cuddle positions have names?
@gem7 yes
You have to know all the names before you can legally cuddle...there's a quizz and certificate if you pass
@Morpheus ~ Hahahaha!!! I feel you on that!!! lolol I'll stay still as long as I can still feel my extremities.. Yeah. That.
I like to be the Big Spoon, even to large folks, but being the Little Soon recharges my batteries. TMI.
It's fun to lean back into my Cuddler, while we philosophize about the meaning of life, or eat pasta. <<which has nothing to do with cuddling. Sorry! lol
I've never experienced it, but I think I would enjoy cradling my Cuddler and listening to him talk about his Trials and Triumphs... Or read aloud to him...or run my nails through his hair...or..wait. Um..
I like the Big Spoon position, for either of us!! lol
✨ The position I use mostly depends on the Cuddler I’m with. Everyone seeks something a little different. Some want a deeply nurturing, almost maternal embrace, while others enjoy being the big spoon and feeling protective. Some prefer platonic massage, both giving and receiving, while others crave skin-to-skin closeness, the comfort of a leg pretzel, or simply being held while their hair is gently played with.
For me, it’s never about forcing a formula. It’s about attuning to the person in front of me. I listen to what they say, but I also pay close attention to their body language and energy. I usually begin with the classic face-to-face ‘honeymoon’ position to create closeness and trust, but from there, the session flows naturally. The goal is to provide the position, and the presence, that the Cuddler truly needs in that moment.
Every cuddle session is unique, but what I offer is a safe, responsive space where you’ll feel seen, cared for, and deeply comforted.✨
I really like the tried and true, snuggling into a cuddle partner's chest as well as big, little, and side-spoon! It's also fun to introduce and try different cuddle positions to keep things fresh.
I don’t really keep track of how much time we spend in each cuddling position, but I’ve noticed is that we often like to try different ones throughout a session, more like gently exploring what feels good in the moment. And, we almost always end up in some kind of intertwining position (or positions, lol), and honestly, that’s my favorite part.
@Ineedahugortwo ~ I don't typically cuddle women, but for some reason you just call to my WHOLE SOUL!! I'm sincerely, deeply, and gratefully GLAD YOU ARE HERE!
Oops... I probably should have just private messaged this!!!! lolol Blame it on the Wild Turkey that's flowing, happily, through my veins!! Hahahaha!!! Wait!! It's Friday!!!
The cuddle positions all depend on who I'm cuddling. I have one partner that we spend almost the whole session in some sort of a face to face. I have others that are mostly spooning. I also like the head on chest both my partner's & mine.
One of my favorite positions is called "through the woods". It's comfortable & great for those of us that run hot.
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So an average of 4 minutes and 23 seconds ?
😁 @pmvines it's probably more like till my arm falls asleep. We're just going to have to cuddle & see. 😉
Hmm ok. For accuracy sake and to appease folks who just simply have to know, I shall set the timer
@pmvines sounds like cuddle marathon time! 🏆