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Scenario

When physical affection from your child feels overwhelming

I pretend to be asleep when my 4-year-old crawls into bed because I am so touched-out from the day that even his little hands on me feel like too much.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The parent's need for bodily autonomy conflicts with their child's need for comfort and connection.

Your guide for this
Hypatia
Hypatia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Single Parenting?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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