I recently started a new 13 month old day care boy. His mom is very young and has a difficult time with separation. She has to arrive at my house 30 minutes early so she has time to say goodbye. At first I thought it was just because she didn't know me and was a little unsure about leaving her baby with a stranger. But it's been about a month now and it shows no sign of stopping.
It's sad because the little boy loves it here and is always excited to come in the door. At first he is oblivious to her but after she stands around begging him again and again to come "give mama loving, I got to go to work", he starts to realize she's sad and uncomfortable leaving and begins to feel like he should be upset too.
Tearful goodbyes are fun for no one. This post goes into more detail but if the goal is to foster a healthy separation between you and your child, please don't linger. Just give one kiss, say "I'll be back soon" and LEAVE!
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