Description

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

 

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• On Instagram
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• https://www.sarahrosensweet.com 
• Book a short consult or coaching session call

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