Things to Remember

Ø Leaving your child to school or daycare is very difficult from leaving him with his babysitter, where he doesn’t have to cope with a roomful of unpredictable children or compete with them for the attention of an adult.

Ø Even though your child loves to play with other children at home or at the park, he’s going to need time to feel comfortable with all those new children.

Ø Even if you know your child is dying to explore exciting activities at school, there is no reason why he should want to do it without the security of a familiar and loved adult.

Ø Even though your child didn’t seem to mind leaving you last year, he may feel very differently this year. Separation is different at each stage of development.