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Parents dropping kids off at school in the morning. A mother kneels to encourage her son with a backpack while the father helps their daughter. This warm family moment highlights positive school drop-off tips, focusing on what to say to children to help them feel safe, confident, and ready for the day.
School Drop-Off Tips: What to Say Instead to Help Your Child Feel Safe and Confident back-to-school emotional regulation encouraging phrases first day of school parenting tips seperation anxiety Aug 19, 2025

School Drop-Offs: What to Say Instead

The first days of school (and even weeks) can be emotional for both parents and kids. Morning transitions are tough, especially when children feel anxious, scared, or sad about saying goodbye. What you say in those moments can either build confidence and trust,...

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