Surprise Boxes ...

Keep surprise boxes in your vehicle. Explain to your child that he may open surpise box if he is good throughout week. The surprise box may contain baby photos of your child, his favorite storybook, a favorite snack and a simple craft item that he can quickly put together.

Healthy Snacks ...

Visit your local grocery store with your child and ask him to choose a variety of healthy kid snacks that he will pack and carry to daycare. Many children who are adjusting to daycare need something familiar to hold onto as they try to feel secure and comfortable being away from parents. If your daycare provider prepares meals, gradually reduce number of snacks in your child's lunch box until your child starts eating foods prepared at daycare.

Bedtime Stories ...

Visit your local library and borrow books that focus on children going to daycare. Read these books at bedtime. From pictures in storybook your child will see other children going to daycare and will understand that he is not only one experiencing separation anxiety. Ask your child about his day at daycare and try to determine if he is adjusting slowly or not adjusting at all. After a week or two most children adjust nicely to new daycare settings. For some children it may take longer.

If you suspect that your child is still not adjusting try to drop by daycare unannounced to see if your child is interacting with other kids. Look at his interaction with daycare provider and types of activities he is engaged in. Discuss any of your concerns with your daycare provider and allow time for adjustment. If there is no change after about a week or two try looking into other childcare options which may be better suitable for your child.

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