064: When Saying Goodbye is Hard

In this solo episode with me, we talk about what to do when saying goodbye is hard.    Whether it’s school drop-offs or leaving our kids with a babysitter, I’m sharing my strategies for making this transition much easier on both you and your kids. We go into: [2:00] Three ways to problem solve why saying goodbye is hard for kids [4:55] Considering who does the drop off [7:15] Coming up with a goodbye ritual [9:30] How to make the goodbye easier [13:00] Best practices when it comes to saying goodbye [15:30] Talking to children about the moment of goodbye Resources mentioned in this episode www.sarahrosensweet.com/yelling Anxiety strategies Deborah MacNamara handout Owl Babies by Martin Waddell Episode 35: Three Skills to Protect Our Kids’ Mental Health with Lynn Lyons Episode 45: Membership Q&A – How to Help Anxious Kids in Real Life Scenarios with Lynn Lyons   Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com  Book a short consult or coaching session call