When my son was a toddler, I remember having days when I was all touched out and he wanted me to hold him constantly. I don't think there's anything wrong with this feeling (being touched out) and most parents I know feel that way at some time or another when their kids are small. Do you feel a little bad when the feeling strikes? Do you feel a little guilty? Of course. But I think you've just got to realize that you're human and move past any negative emotions.

As humans, most of us enjoy touch, affection, hugs and we enjoy holding our kids as much as they enjoy being held. But there are still those times when you feel like you're at your limit, especially when you're in the middle of a nursing strike or molars coming in or you're sleep deprived... Just remember that those are just the times when your toddler needs to be held most. They still need the closeness and security that your loving arms can give them even though they aren't babies any more.