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Ever felt like you might actually snap if one more person touches you?

The baby’s been on your chest all day.
The toddler wants another snuggle.
Your partner reaches for you, and even that feels like too much.

This week’s podcast is for the moms who feel touched out, emotionally maxed, and overstimulated — and need someone to say “you’re not broken, you’re just full.”

-PS: Forward this email to a new mom friend you know.

Inside this episode:

• Why “touched out” isn’t just a buzzword, but a nervous system red flag
• The connection between overstimulation and disconnection in your relationship
• What I used to believe about asking for space — and the shame spiral it caused
• How to set boundaries without pushing your partner or kids away
• Phrases to talk about your capacity clearly and compassionately

Quick Tip:

Start naming your capacity out loud.​
Try: “I want to enjoy this moment with you, but I’m at my limit. I just need 10 minutes to reset.”

You’re not selfish. You’re self-aware.
And that’s one of the most powerful skills in motherhood and in marriage.

This episode is for you if:

You’ve ever cringed at a loving touch.
You feel guilty needing alone time.
You’re exhausted from being everything to everyone.
You want to reconnect — with yourself and your people — without burning out.

🎁 Plus, grab the free Communication Upgrade Scripts to help you speak your needs without guilt, blame, or shutdowns.
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Touched Out & Overwhelmed: W... May 20 · Better Relationships Aft... 27:19   ​

PS: This summer is the perfect time to get support, clarity, and momentum in your relationship and personal growth. Whether you’re feeling stuck in communication patterns, navigating the mental load, or craving more connection in your marriage, coaching with me is a space to unpack, rebuild, and move forward with confidence. I’m opening a limited number of spots for summer coaching clients, and I’d love to talk with you about what that could look like for your life and partnership. If you’ve been curious, let’s start the conversation. Fill out a quick application here and I’ll follow up so we can explore if this is the right fit and what kind of transformation we can create together.

Upcoming Events:

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​Professional Training: How to Spot Common Relationship Challenges with Your Clients​ ​ Are you a professional in the pregnancy, birth, postpartum or early parenting world? If so, this free workshop is for you! I’ll share the common relationship struggles I see in my work and offer gentle ways you can support your clients without overstepping your role. ​​ ​Next workshop is June 10th at 2pm- Register for free here! ​

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Fun Fact:​
Your nervous system can’t tell the difference between a real threat and a perceived one, which means that a toddler’s tantrum or constant touching can activate the same stress response as a car swerving toward you. 😳 This is why rest, regulation, and boundaries aren’t luxuries — they’re survival tools for modern motherhood.

Rooting for youuuuuu!

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Chelsea Skaggs Founder, Postpartum Together

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