Signs of Separation Anxiety in Toddlers

1. Cry, scream or fuss when they are left with other caregivers
2. Struggle to fall asleep on their own.
3. Wake up several times at night crying for a parent

Dealing with Separation Anxiety

1. Do a few practice-short-separations. Work your way up to longer periods of time apart.
2. Introduce a new caregiver gradually
3. Leave at the right time; when the baby is not tired and sleepy or hungry because those factors make separation anxiety worse.
4. Once you leave, resist the temptation to return
5. Stick to the bed time routine and resist the urge to pick your baby up when they cry after you put them down.