Hi everyone,
I am a new mom and recently started sending my 2-year-old daughter to daycare. However, she seems to be experiencing separation anxiety during drop-offs, and it breaks my heart to leave her crying. I have tried talking to her teachers and they have suggested a few things, such as staying with her for a few minutes, bringing a comfort item from home or creating a goodbye routine. But I was wondering if any parents have experienced the same thing and have some other tips to share? I want to make this transition easier for both my daughter and myself.
Thank you in advance for any advice you can offer!

Hey there,
I can relate to what you're going through. My son had severe separation anxiety when he first started preschool. Every morning was a struggle; he would scream and cry when I left him there. It was heart-wrenching to see him so upset.
One thing that helped us was to gradually extend the amount of time we spent apart. For example, at first, I would stay with him for 10-15 minutes before leaving. Then the next day, I would stay for 5 minutes, and so on. Eventually, he became more comfortable with longer and longer periods of separation.
I also found that it helped to focus on the positive aspects of preschool. For example, I would talk to him about all the fun activities he would do and the new friends he would make. This helped him feel excited about going to school, rather than dreading it.
Finally, I made sure to praise my son for his bravery and courage in dealing with his anxiety. I would tell him how proud I was of him and how much I loved him, which seemed to boost his confidence and self-esteem.
Hang in there, and stay positive! It's tough, but with patience and perseverance, your child will adjust to the new routine.