It may seem like it was only yesterday that you had to drop off your little one at day care for the first time. If you're moving them to a new facility, they'll need additional time to adjust. If you think your child might have anxiety over the upcoming switch, here's how you can help them cope.

How to Ease Your Child’s Adjustment to a New Day Care

1. Make Visits In Advance

Before your child starts with the new program, try to drop by a couple of times and spend some time interacting with the staff and exploring the facility. It’s important that your child feels safe and comfortable early on so there’s a better chance of things going smoothly when the big day arrives. Allowing your child to say hello or become familiar with the new environment in advance will lessen some anxiety they might feel in the new setting.

2. Share Information With the Center

Letting the day care staff learn more about your child beforehand can also facilitate the transition because they can anticipate how your little one will handle changes. If there are any special issues that need attention, a note from their current caregiver will help the new staff accommodate your child’s needs. 

Some examples of information that could promote consistency after the switch include their schedule for mealtimes and nap times as well as favorite books, toys, and activities.

3. Say a Proper Goodbye

Parting ways with the old day care could be difficult for your child, especially if they don't give a suitable farewell to those who have made wonderful memories with them. On their last day, you can bring snacks and some music to celebrate the fun times your child had with friends and caregivers. Kids usually won’t find it too difficult to move forward once they accept that they are embarking on a new adventure in their lives.  

Helping your child through early childhood changes helps them to become more resilient adults. Wake Village Playskool in Texas offers the physical, emotional, and developmental care your child needs. Rest assured your child will be in good hands under the guidance of their licensed and highly-skilled child care providers. Call the Wake Village location at (903) 838-5424 or their Redwater location at (903) 831-6618 to ask about enrollment. Visit their website to send a message online.