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What are tried and true methods to help a 5 year old stop crying every morning when he gets dropped off at school? (link)
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He does it to get attention from you, after just a few days he knows full well that you'll be back and he really isn't afraid anymore, he justs wants a reaction from mommy (much like a temper tantrum). You have to just let him cry, just drop him off with a kiss and an I love you and leave. It sounds harsh but the behavior shouldn't be enforced by any coddling. He'll stop soon enough (and you know what- every single child will stop within moments of mom walking out the door, it really is just a show).
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He spent the first week trying to help his cousin (same age, sex and grade) to feel better so he'd stop crying. Now that the cousin has stopped crying, he has picked it up. He tries very hard not to cry (you can see it on his face) but to no avail. Don't believe it's for show as you indicated in your answer. It's not a temper tantrum either. However, I do agree with your advice to drop him off, give him a kiss and tell him that I love him. There's no coddling.
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