Toddler

[BrandNewMommy]

The other day, my daughter's teacher mentioned that my daughter will be transitioning to the toddler class soon. I almost hit the floor! My little baby is already almost a toddler?! I can't believe it. Thought we still have some time and the teachers promised to help with the transition, I can't help but be terrified. I can't imagine my tiny girl being able to keep up with some of the older toddlers. Those kids seem like...kids! And she still seems so little....

Someone help me. Am I overreacting? How do I prepare us for this? I have a feeling she'll survive this transition way better than I will.

[Caty]

Hi! There is a really great e-family news article about transitioning to new classrooms that I think you'll find helpful. It includes some useful tips on making the process a bit smoother for your family and child.

Moving On Up: Transitioning to the Next Early Childhood Classroom 

http://www.brighthorizons.com/efamily-news/articles/august-24-2011-moving-on-up-transitioning-to-the...

[KarrieT]

I remember this transition all too well and can remember how scary the thought of it was! But don't worry, you'll get through it and I can assure you that your daughter will love the toddler classroom. It's one of those changes that is way harder on us moms than the kids! That being said, don't be afraid to lean on your child's teachers...both her infant teachers and her new toddler teachers. Ours were wonderful in making me feel comfortable with my son's new routine. And, they were great at reassuring me that he was ready for the new challenges of toddlers.

[Dasia75]

When my son made this transition, I was most devastated about leaving his infant teachers! I'd grown so close to them and we had such a special bond. That being said, I leaned on them a lot during the transition. Also, it was really helpful for my husband and I to set up some early meetings with our son's new toddler teachers to get to know them. It helped ease our mind going into the transition because we began to form relationships with them early on.