How To Deal With The First Day Of Daycare

By Meagan Smith


On the first day of daycare parents sometimes are a nervous wreck. Particularly mothers, mired in guilt about leaving your little one in daycare for the first time. These fears and concerns of parents are quite common, usually because many parents not knowing how their child will react to this new environment. In fact, it is common to see parents mourn the entrance to the daycare during the first days. it's important to maintain a safe and positive attitude which will help the child.

It's no secret that children are all great observers and if they sense that you are worried or in distressed they will feel the same and fear will be much worse for them. Think about perhaps sending your partner if you are feeling anxious about leaving your child in daycare those first few days. You can also create a fun routine the night before and create positive expectation with your child by helping him or her get everything ready.

Once the first day arrives don't make the mistake of leaving your child without saying goodbye. Many parents try to sneak out and that's not the way to do it. Instead always maintain a proper attitude and be sure to kiss your child and remind him or her that everything will be fine and to have lots of fun with new friends. This positive attitude is everything those first few days and once they get used to it everything will be easier.

The key when it comes to picking up your child from daycare those first few days is asking lots of questions and encouraging him with positive statements. Ask questions about new friends or new activities and things that happened during the day. The more your child talks about what he did and if you make it sound like a new adventure the easier it will be the next day.

Follow these tips to help you face the task of getting your child into a day care for the first time. It's never easy in the beginning but as they meet new friends and learn new things it will be worth it for both you and your child.




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