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FAQ MilestonesChildcare 1-2 years2-3 years

How can I help my toddler cope with separation anxiety when starting school?

The first few weeks of school are often the most challenging, but consistency helps. Create a 'goodbye ritual' like drawing matching hearts on your hands to touch when you reunite. Read books like 'Llama Llama Misses Mama' to normalize the school routine, and always be enthusiastic and consistent when you return for pick-up to reinforce trust. Most toddlers settle into the new routine within 2–3 weeks.

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