Carly Marinaro has five children ranging in age from 1 to 12.

Now, though, Gagnon is self-isolating in her condominium.

“My arms ache from not cuddling my grandchildren,” Gagnon toldYahoo Life.

Hug time structure

Marinaro adopted the idea into a more stable structure.

She bought livestock gloves, which are typically used for medical procedures, and a window insulation kit.

Marinaro said the materials cost less than $50 and took around an hour to assemble.

Hug time structure

After the structure was built, Marinaro asked Gagnon to come to the house.

“My granddaughter did a superb job,” said Gagnon.

“It blows my mind and fills my heart.”