Slate Daily Feed Care & Feeding | Help! I'm Touched Out By My Kids.
Oct 6, 2025
This discussion dives into the real struggles of feeling 'touched out' as a parent. The hosts give permission to set boundaries and even take breaks when kids are overwhelming. They reflect on the latest kid fads, sharing tips to avoid overpaying for trendy toys. Listeners get practical strategies to teach kids about physical boundaries and safely redirect sensory-seeking behavior. From breaking the latch during nursing to scheduling rough play, this episode is packed with advice for navigating the chaotic world of parenting!
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Avoid Fad Overpaying With Alternatives
- When kids beg for fad toys like LaBubu, consider alternatives that offer longer play value (e.g., a button maker).
- Explore buying fads directly from suppliers or secondhand to avoid overpriced reseller markets.
Redirect Biting With A Clear Replacement
- Redirect biting by removing latch and offering a teether or snack instead of continuing breastfeeding when the baby bites.
- Use a short consistent phrase or song like Lucy's "teeth on snacks, not me" to create a memorable replacement behavior.
Offer Safe Sensory Outlets
- Channel a sensory-seeking child's energy into safe alternatives like wrestling with pillows, squishmallows, or a designated rough play time.
- Create fun cues or songs (Lucy suggests) to redirect impulses before they hurt someone.