Your toddler clings and cries at daycare drop-off. You leave feeling guilty and worried.
Child development experts at Cleveland Clinic explain that separation anxiety varies widely between children. Some babies become hysterical when mom is out of sight for a very short time, while other children demonstrate ongoing anxiety during infancy, toddlerhood, and preschool.
Create easier goodbyes:
Develop a consistent goodbye routine
Keep departures short and sweet
Bring a comfort object from home
Ask teachers about your child's adjustment after you leave
Be clear and direct, and give them something to look forward to when you come back. Before leaving, let your child know that you are leaving and will fetch them later. Specify the time in language they will understand.
Try not to leave when your child is tired, hungry, or restless.
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