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There are many developmental stages that children go through that are often mislabeled. At Moms on Call, we are committed to changing these words because growth and development are normal! What we call “distinctive knowledge” is one of these fields. He is best known as “depression,“But it’s not a worry and it’s normal!
We often talk about authentic parenting (not fear!) with our young children, setting them up for future success. When we plan to go to school yearback to work, and talking about our children’s trust in others as we walk this new path, our little ones will have more ideas after spending more time with us. So, let’s talk about how we can change this for the better for you and the baby.
Let’s start with the facts!
When can you expect to see separation anxiety?
It usually starts around 8-24 months, but can last 5-7 months.
What causes this development?
Object Permanence. Now that your child can understand that things continue to exist even though they cannot be seen or heard, they are beginning to realize that you exist without them.
What are the benefits of this change?
Your baby loves you so much and loves you so much! (THERE). Your child is ready to learn one of the most important things in life; change change.
The truth about fear
For daycare, childcare, or child care:
- Your fear will tell you that they feel abandoned and will not be able to be left in the hands of anyone but you.
- Your truth says that your child will not feel left out because they are not. They can go to a nursery, daycare, or babysitter, and they will see how this works.
Sleeping in new places:
- Your nervous system will say that they are anxious and can’t sleep in this new place.
- Your truth says that a change of accommodation will be a new experience. At first, there may be a little adjustment, but they can learn to sleep in new places and will improve with time and consistency!
Confidence is contagious
- Believe it and say it loud and often!
- Let the truth enter your heart first, and then prepare your child so that things will go well in the future if you raise him for the truth.
What can you do to reduce separation anxiety?
Play Peek-A-Boo
- Playing this old game teaches your child that you always come back after you disappear.
- Start by covering your face with your hands, then gradually change to hide behind a corner, and shake your head with a big smile and laugh. The laughter of those children will find you. Have fun, and have fun!
Play music and talk to your child from other rooms in your home.
- When they hear you without seeing you, they create an auditory presence. This is a big change for them to start feeling better even if they can’t see you.
Routine is important!
- Following a low-key routine creates familiarity, giving children greater security.
- Establishing a routine of leaving them in someone else’s hands will help them learn to be assertive when they are away from you.
MOC’s quick fix to “Goodbye.”
- Be brief but sincere. (Sneaking out is dangerous.)
- Put on your Face of Confidence, and don’t be prepared to be rejected.
- Briefly show them love and affection, and walk away.
Tears may be shed, but the truth is, you will be back soon, and it will be okay.
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