When I went into the hospital to have my daughter, I slept with a blanket for a few nights before hand, so it smelt like me. I gave it to Gracie right before I left and made sure to tell her that mommy was going bye-bye but would be back. I also gave her a new toy that I knew that she would love along with the blanket. She did ok and was excited to see me when I got back. I had my mom care for the baby for an hour and spent one on one time with Gracie when I got home. It helped that my neighbors let her do some things that I normaly would not let her do (she slept with their son every night while I was gone and she normaly sleeps in a play pen and they gave her new treats so she felt special). It is so nerve wracking to leave them, even with someone you trust. Good luck! Your baby should do just fine! |