Is your child nervous about starting here at Maple Leaf Child Care? Here are some tips to prepare your children for day care!

• Plan a group playdate with other parents and children to get your child familiar with new faces.
• Visit our daycare so your child will know what to expect on their first day.
• Avoid making a new or big changes around the house. Too much all at once can be difficult on your child.
• Pack your childs favorite object to take with them. This will let them feel more comfortable in new surroundings.
• Tell your child when you will be coming back, when they will be going home, who will be takings care of them, etc.
• Some parents like to sneak away when their child is having a good time, but it is important that your child gets a goodbye hug and kiss before you leave.
• Try not to hover once you have said goodbye. A quick goodbye is the easiest way for your child. This also shows your child that you are confident with the care providers.

These tips and more can be found at Parents.com