Dew Drops and Giggles - Nurturing Little Minds from Toddlers to Teens, One Laugh at a Time.

  Attention, Problem, Promise (APP) Attention: Has your toddler suddenly become extra clingy, refusing to let go of your hand at preschool drop-off—even though they used to be just fine? Problem: You're not imagining it. Post-pandemic toddlers are facing   separation anxiety in toddlers 2025   at new levels due to years of limited social exposure, more time at home, and less early interaction with peers and caregivers. It’s affecting how they learn to be independent—and how you feel as a parent. Promise: This blog will help you understand why separation anxiety   in toddlers 2025  has changed, recognize the signs, and give you gentle, science-backed strategies to help your child feel secure, independent, and confident—without trauma or guilt. Introduction: A New Age of Clinginess - S eparation anxiety in toddlers 2025 Your toddler clings to your leg, sobbing as you try to leave them at preschool. You tell yourself it’s just a phase—bu...