Are children who have been left with others before starting preschooler less likely to have separation anxiety?
Try and keep the same childcare provider for as long as possible so your preschooler can develop strong bonds and a sense of security. Having too many people care for your child could cause problems for them in the future if your child is not able to fall into a routine. Attend a preschool open house so your child can get used to the new environment and meet their new teacher. Make it clear to your preschooler what to expect when they go to preschool. Preschoolers love routines. Help them to establish a clear routine for preparing to go to school, going to school, and being picked up from school. Preschoolers do not have a concept of time so instead of telling your preschooler what time you will pick them up tell them you will pick them up after the last activity. That will give your preschooler an idea of when to expect you back. School day routines become rituals and preschoolers do not like it when they change. How can we prepare our preschoolers to start school? How soon should you
