5 Professional Cuddler Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: November 19th, 2023

Become A Professional Cuddler

Imagine being a professional cuddler for a living. Getting paid to snuggle your clients may sound strange, but this type of service has been in high demand over the last few years.

Think of 'snugglers' as a more personal therapist. They get paid for many services: hugging their clients, listening to their problems, coaching them, comforting & reducing stress, cooking and eating meals together and more.

Here are some real life success stories of starting a professional cuddler:

1. Snuggle with Sam ($136K/year)

Sam Varnerin came up with the idea for Snuggle with Sam after stumbling upon the concept of professional cuddling in a newsletter. Despite initially thinking it wasn't a real job, Sam saw the potential and signed up with an agency. However, after encountering various issues, Sam decided to create their own systems and eventually started their own independent professional cuddling practice.

How much they make: $136K/year
Current team size: 0

How I Make A Living As A Professional Cuddler

Professional cuddler, Sam Varnerin, developed her successful one-to-one cuddle service, Snuggle with Sam, as a result of recognising the universal human need for connection and touch, which also led to her opening Sam’s Snuggle School, a course for aspiring professional cuddlers.

About

Sam started Snuggle with Sam over 7 years ago

Revenue

Sam grew the business to $11.3K/month

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2. Touchunwind ($18K/year)

How much they make: $18K/year
How much did it cost to start: $0
Current team size: 0

I make £1,500 a month hugging strangers in my bed

This case study follows Kristiina Link, a professional cuddler in East London who earns up to £170 per session, by offering hugs and physical comfort for up to three hours.

About

They started Touchunwind over 5 years ago

Revenue

They grew the business to $1.5K/month

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3. Robin ($42K/year)

How much they make: $42K/year
Current team size: 0

Woman earns $40G a year as a Professional Cuddler

Meet the woman who makes $40K a year by cuddling clients in a calming space, which usually lasts for one to four hours and adheres to a strict code of conduct that respects client's personal space and boundaries.

About

They started Robin over 6 years ago

Revenue

They grew the business to $3.5K/month

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