Is Milwaukee ready for “Cuddle Parties?”
As children, we’re all about the cuddling. We melt into our mother’s lap, make close-quartered forts out of pillows with friends, let our dog lick us on the face and mouth. But somewhere along the way we decide to reserve touch for our sexual partners or pay for touch in the form of a massage. In response to a perceived need for more adult, non-sexual cuddling, there’s a new phenomenon on the East Coast called “Cuddle Parties.” These get-togethers are open to the public and allow adults to explore affectionate touch and conversation in a loving way. Founders Reid Mihalko, a bi-coastal sex and romance coach, and Marcia Baczynski, a relationship and communication coach and writer, swear these touchy-feely affairs aren’t orgies. To prevent “funny business,” there are many rules. First and foremost, sex of any kind is not allowed. All attendees must wear pajamas, bring pillows, ask before they nuzzle, have good hygiene, abstain from drugs and alcohol, and use polite, non-sexual language. C
