Posted by Aphrodite on December 8, 2004, at 12:30:02
In reply to Mother's Touch Mother's Love, posted by littleone on December 7, 2004, at 20:27:13
I am very affectionate with my son. Lots of snuggling and hugging. I often wrestle with him too and give him piggy-back rides.
I do not recall being lovingly touched by either parent. It was mostly abusive. All my life I have longed to have my hair stroked and be held -- you know, all those things you're supposed to get as comfort when you are young.
Science tells us now how crucial touch is in human development. I am painfully aware of how much that deprivation has affected me, and how grateful I am that my son won't have that problem.
poster:Aphrodite
thread:425905
URL: http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/psycho/20041203/msgs/426172.html