Those tearful drop-offs at preschool can leave any parent feeling shaken or unsure of what to do next. In this episode, host Stacy Bellward reads one of our most popular blog posts as an audioblog, exploring what’s really happening beneath the surface of separation anxiety.
If you’ve ever navigated toddler separation anxiety, you’ll discover a new perspective on the hidden factors behind your child’s fears of drop-off, and how to help.
Key Takeaways:
- Why crying at drop-off is often completely normal and can actually reflect healthy, solid attachment.
- Learn how several hidden factors can feed your child’s fear of separation, and understanding them changes how you respond.
- How a shift in your goal at drop-off can make all the difference
- Discover how your child’s sensitivities can become a source of confidence, joy, and compassion.
Mentioned in this Podcast:
- Blog Post – Help! My Anxious Child Cries When Dropped Off At Daycare
- Healthy Rhythms for Daily Life Online Course (also included in the cf community!)
- Ep. 310 – Parenting a Neurodivergent Child: How to Advocate at School
- The Table Monthly Giving Program
- James 1:5
Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting!
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