Many mothers experience the sensation of being ‘touched out’, a feeling of sensory overload due to constant physical contact with their children. Psychologist Dr. Raquel Martin validates this experience in a video, reassuring parents that it’s normal. She provides tips for managing this sensation, including recognizing early signs of overload, incorporating personal space, and communicating needs to partners or support systems. Parents express gratitude for the validation and helpful advice, emphasizing the importance of normalizing this feeling and providing strategies for coping.
A therapist elucidates the phenomenon of mothers experiencing the sensation of being ‘touched out’ and offers advice to alleviate it.
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