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Arrivals and departures can be extremely challenging times for all involved.
If you think your child may be anxious about saying good-bye, please make sure you speak with us about your intentions—if you plan to leave quickly, or prefer to remain for a while, we can help with the transition. Often a quick separation is easiest for the child. Prolonging separation when children are already anxious about saying goodbye can be more stressful for both parents and child. At the same time, some children respond well to time spent sitting quietly with mum and dad before saying good-bye. This can be a tricky balance and we find that children who are pre-occupied with the separation respond most positively to a quick separation. Consistency is important. Stick with the routine that works.
If you would like the opportunity to sit & read a story or play with your child, letting them know that you will be leaving after you have read the story or built a block tower prepares the child for the separation. Acknowledge the emotions that children are feeling. Often we talk about sad emotions as a negative thing. It is ok to be sad, angry or frustrated, & we need to support children to firstly identify the emotions, & then give children strategies to deal with these emotions when they occur. Make sure you always say good-bye to your child. Sneaking off can lead to mistrust & more stress for the child. Be aware of precedents you set if you let your child stay home instead of dealing with the emotions of a difficult separation. We also need to consider changes in the home environment that may lead to challenging separations & be prepared to work through these. Being open with educators provides us with knowledge that enables us to support your family and child. By being positive and not focusing on the anxiety itself, we can implement a plan that leads to positive separations. |
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