Kelly Clarkson: MOVING PAST THE TRAUMA

NEARLY SIX MONTHS AFTER HER CHILDREN LOST THEIR FATHER TO CANCER, THE TALK SHOW HOST OPENS UP ABOUT COPING WITH THEIR TRAGIC LOSS.

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NEW CHAPTER "Kelly strives to see the good in people no matter what," says a source. "This ordeal reminded her how precious life is and to let go of resentment or anger."

KELLY CLARK-SON knows the value of a good cuddle.

In a new behind-the-scenes video posted to The Kelly Clarkson Show's YouTube channel Jan. 10, the 43-year-old talk show host took questions from viewers — including a query from a fan who asked the Texas native to share something she does every day that brings her joy. “Snuggle,” the mom to daughter River Rose and son Remington quickly replied, explaining that her children are in a sweet spot. “My kids, they're 9 and 11. Kind of that special little fun stage where they can wipe their own behinds, but they’re still small enough to, like, love cuddling and love snuggles.”

They’ve needed them. Kelly went on to explain that she’s adopted the controversial practice of co-sleeping. “I have allowed my kids to sleep with me quite a bit,” she revealed. “It’s my two dogs, my two kids and me.” While she may be losing sleep with all those little bodies in her bed, the American Idol vet feels it’s been helpful to her young family. “It’s a lot,” she allowed, adding, “It’s been really special, though, because ... the conversations you have during that time are pretty cute.”