Let's be clear: There is no "one sized fits all" approach to transitions like the moment of drop off to kinder and school.
Some kids will be quite happy to run in on their own.
Some kids will be nervous and worried, but basically ok.
Other kids will feel deeply, deeply unsafe.
We can't take the same approach for all kids - or we risk doing some of them a grave disservice. We set them up to stay in a place of stress, and in doing so, we risk them being unable to concentrate, learn and connect in the way that they might otherwise have been able to do.
If you are about to drop your child off for the first time, or are currently struggling with the transition: this episode is for you.
Enjoy!
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