Hi everyone,
I am a mom of a 2-year-old toddler who is starting to experience separation anxiety. Every time I leave her at daycare or with a babysitter, she gets really upset and starts crying uncontrollably. This has been going on for a few weeks now, and I am looking for ways to ease this transition for her.
I am hoping to get some advice from other parents who have gone through this phase with their little ones. What did you do to help your child cope with separation anxiety? Are there any specific strategies or techniques that worked well for you?
Any tips or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance!

Hi everyone,
I also dealt with separation anxiety when my son was a toddler. One thing that really helped us was creating a goodbye plan together. We talked about what we would do when it was time for me to leave, whether it was a special hug, a kiss, or a wave goodbye through the window.
We also practiced the goodbye routine at home, so that it became familiar to my son before we even went to the daycare or the babysitter. This gave him a sense of control and helped him feel more prepared for the separation.
Another technique that worked for us was to introduce my son to the caregivers or teachers before we left. We would spend a few minutes chatting with the caregiver and showing my son around the daycare or preschool. This helped him feel more comfortable with the environment and the people who would be taking care of him.
Finally, we made sure to keep the lines of communication open with the daycare or babysitter. We would ask how my son was doing throughout the day and what seemed to help calm him down. This helped us adjust our strategies and techniques accordingly and made us feel more connected to our son even when we were apart.
Remember that separation anxiety is a normal phase, and it will pass with time and patience. Try different strategies and techniques to see what works best for your child and your family, and don't hesitate to reach out for support and advice.
Best of luck to you and your little one!