Separation anxiety may be more common than you think, with both parents and children often struggling to comprehend time away from each other. Something that can be nipped in the bud early on in childhood if dealt with correctly, placing your little one in the correct environment is just one significant way in which you can make this transition easier. Let the team at Little Acorns Day Nursery guide you through the intricacies of separation anxiety, as well as how we look to deal with this stressful situation utilising our years of expertise.
A Frequent Issue
A surprisingly common problem for parent and child alike, separation anxiety and fear of strangers is common in young children between the ages of 6 months and 3 years most often, and can manifest in a number of ways. Of course a lot of the time this concern is a normal part of your child’s development and they will usually grow out of it, but this persistent anxiety isn’t just applicable to children however. Some parents have a hard time saying goodbye when their kids are introduced into a nursery or school setting, and this is just as valid.
Common Concerns
A lot of the time, concerns around dropping a child off to nursery or school and leaving them for the day revolve around particular worries that persist. What if they get upset when it’s time for you to leave? What if they miss you when you’re gone? What if they don’t make friends? Or what if they struggle to adjust? The reality is that allowing your child to socialise and take in this new environment at a younger age will stand them in good stead for later life.
Our Nursery Environment
Opting for a nursery environment that addresses some of these concerns and employs staff with an understanding of the anxieties that come with the experience can certainly make the transition easier. At Little Acorns Day Nursery, we cater for 160 children across two facilities, while children in our care are supported by dedicated, highly trained and committed staff, many of whom are parents themselves. This has helped build an environment that allows children to develop in a deeply caring environment.
Equipped To Help
Equipped to help with those moments of withdrawal and worry, our staff are friendly, loving and professional at all times. When you bring your child to Little Acorns, we don’t want you to feel like you’re putting them into daycare, we want you to feel like they’re visiting their home away from home. Fully equipped and certified, we provide our childcare team with both in-house training and external training in coping with anxious children.
Adjusting to any new environment can be tough for your child, therefore if you’re interested in Little Acorns Day Nursery, why not organise an unhurried visit to one of our nurseries? You’ll be pleased to know that we offer free unlimited sessions, so contact us today and we would be happy to arrange a date and time for your initial session with us.