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The hardest parts of the day are, YOU GUESSED IT, transition times! This is when parents and children separate in the morning and return together in the evening. When child care is new, transition time can be very difficult not only for parents and children, but also for the child care providers. Children need to learn to trust the new situation. They also need to trust their parents and to understand that their leaving them in child care is not abandonment.
They need to know that you will return. In the afternoon your little one is making a transition from one caregiver to another caregiver and may need your guidance as they switch from one authority figure to another. During this time you can help your little one by being on time or picking up your child everyday around the same time. This way she will know what to expect. This also helps to build trust that mommy is coming back for her. Many times children will behave differently during these times because they understand that there is going to be a change. As a parent you can help her along by getting her belongings and greeting her immediately. She should know that she is the most important person to you at that time and that you are coming to see her. Stick with it and she will not only be ready to take the ride home, but will learn to help you be ready for her.
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