A Short History of the Kiss

Why did people start kissing?

Is there any good reason why should we invent kissing? (jlp)

According to a legend, the kiss was invented by mediaeval knights because they wanted to find out if their wives drank mead when they were away on their duties.

Another story says that in the past, some young girls believed that a baby is a result of passionate kissing. This mentality helped to preserve the kiss and make it more popular.

However, the most plausible explanation of the source of the kiss is the relationship between the mother and her child.

The origin of the kiss is supposed to be the relationship between mothers and their babies. (jlp)

Mothers used to chew the food and then give it to their babies before there was any baby food. This created an emotional connection, peace and security. Babies also often fall asleep on their mother’s breasts after feeding, touching the skin with their lips, which has a very calming effect on them.