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Wiss
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Wiss asked in Pregnancy & ParentingNewborn & Baby · 1 decade ago

Consoling a baby with separation anxiety?

I have an 11 month old I take care of, and she has horrible separation anxiety. My daughter went through this, but I was never on the receiving end. I've tried everything I can possibly think of to calm this child, but she is a fighter and refuses to do anything but scream her head off. I don't want to call the mother out of work, as I absolutely hated being called out, but I also don't want to listen to constant screaming. Anyone have any suggestions?

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Mine also had this. It lasted about 5 - 6 weeks and then was over just as quick as it started. We just persevered until it was over.

    Hopefully it will be same for you.

  • 1 decade ago

    I would suggest you grade the mothers seperation and let her see you both together. Get mum to hand you the child whilst she is there. As for calling the mummy i think sometimes you just have to do this it will get easier im sure. You could also try playing games that include the mother without her being there such as drawing mummy and having a picture of mummy and making her a card. I think if you talk about her she will calm down. Pretending she is not there or ignoring her needs will make her miss mummy more. Good Luck and Happy New Year x x

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  • 1 decade ago

    Hold her and console her.

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