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Parenting Tips and Tricks for Dealing with Separation Anxiety

Parenting Tips and Tricks for Dealing with Separation Anxiety

How would you feel if you were dropped off in the middle of a big city in a foreign country and told, “Have a great day! I’ll pick you up in 6 hours”?  Would you be scared? Excited? Anxious? Confused?   The first day of kindergarten is a lot like that scenario, and many 5-year-olds will feel a mix of all those emotions. Starting school is a big step for little ones – and for those who love them! The first time you drop your child off at school can be extremely h …
Jul 9th 2025 Julia Cook, Boys Town Press Author and Former School Counselor