We all worry about how hard it will be for out kids to learn to be away from us, but what about us?
It's been a few years since I've started being away from her for a while at a time, but I still have random flare ups of separation anxiety. What if she's crying? Who will cuddle her, or kiss her ouchie better? Sure, her dad or grandma will be there, or a babysitter at worst case, but it's just not the same.
I want to make her feel better, I want to make her feel loved, I want to make sure she has enough loves and cuddles every day. Unfortunately she's growing up and I can't hide behind the same excuses I use when she was born, and busy life and issues play a growing part, so I must just learn to adjust. I must conquer my anxiety and find a way to trust other people to keep my girl safe. This may be the hardest thing I do.
Deep breaths, extra chocolate, lots of texts messages and phone calls, and an early bedtime are my coping mechanisms. The busier I am the less I think about it. It's still so hard...
Tips and tricks to control my separation anxieties?
It's been a few years since I've started being away from her for a while at a time, but I still have random flare ups of separation anxiety. What if she's crying? Who will cuddle her, or kiss her ouchie better? Sure, her dad or grandma will be there, or a babysitter at worst case, but it's just not the same.
I want to make her feel better, I want to make her feel loved, I want to make sure she has enough loves and cuddles every day. Unfortunately she's growing up and I can't hide behind the same excuses I use when she was born, and busy life and issues play a growing part, so I must just learn to adjust. I must conquer my anxiety and find a way to trust other people to keep my girl safe. This may be the hardest thing I do.
Deep breaths, extra chocolate, lots of texts messages and phone calls, and an early bedtime are my coping mechanisms. The busier I am the less I think about it. It's still so hard...
Tips and tricks to control my separation anxieties?