How do you deal with separation anxiety when it comes to childcare for your toddlers?

There are steps you can take to make the process of separation anxiety easier. #1:Practice separation. Leave your child with a caregiver for brief periods and short distances at first. #2: Schedule separations after naps or feedings. Babies are more susceptible to separation anxiety when they’re tired or hungry. #3: Develop a “goodbye” ritual. Rituals are reassuring and can be as simple as a special wave through the window or a goodbye kiss. #4: Leave without fanfare. Tell your child you are leaving and that you will return, then go—don’t stall. #5: Try not to give in. Reassure your child that he or she will be just fine—setting limits will help the adjustment to separation.