Three year old won't leave her mom or dad

[superfun]

Thank you. I'll make sure to tell them to make it quick. I was thinking of asking them beforehand what her favourite kind of toy is, and then I could make sure to have it out and available for her in case she decides she's ready to play. Any idea how long a three year old might be upset for? What is a normal amount of time to expect?

[AmandaKDT]

Thank you. I'll make sure to tell them to make it quick. I was thinking of asking them beforehand what her favourite kind of toy is, and then I could make sure to have it out and available for her in case she decides she's ready to play. Any idea how long a three year old might be upset for? What is a normal amount of time to expect?

I have found if you keep them busy they were okay pretty fast at that age, though one 3 year old girl I had last year was very clingy with her mom and had a tough time at quiet time as there were no distractions. She was only with me for about two weeks (they left for reasons that had nothing to do with me), but she cried histerically at nap time everyday. So I guess the transition time is about the same no matter how old they are. She was a sweet girl, but I can't say I was sad that she left as it was very draining.

[Dreamalittledream]

Oh and wanted to add...be sure and communicate with her...I myself have a tent, with a huge teddy bear in it...it's my quiet zone...they can take a book in, just a great spot for them to be alone. I have a 3 year old (I've had her since 11 months old) suddenly developed separation anxiety from Mom. She has a blankie that I keep for her and for a week I would sit her down and say "It's okay to be sad, how about you take blankie in the tent and come out when you feel better". She also has anger issues; tent works great for her to diffuse as well. For the separation it only took the week and she was back to normal. That, of course, was backed up by quick drop and run by Mom as well.

[Dreamalittledream]

What is a normal amount of time to expect?

Gosh I wish I could advise; they're all so different! I would expect at that age about a week. But so hard to speculate. Praying for even quicker for you. Perhaps a comfort item from home?