My youngest is headed to Kindergarten tomorrow

[snowdog]

I am feeling so sad....and happy for him, but so sad for myself. Paranoid and worried too. I guess we just need to get through this first day. I am sure many of you can relate. So much can go right but I am so afraid of everything that could go wrong, he's still so little. I wish it was just half day - but in my area they only have full day.

 

[lmfoltyn]

Oh the dreaded last baby off to school! It is a monumental day for you!! I cried when my last went to school...they are so little and we are trusting others to make sure all is ok...but, we all get through it and he will be soooo excited to tell you every little detail...take a deep breath and give lots of kisses!

 

[lacey9875]

:hugs:

It does get easier. When you pick him up, and he's so excited to tell you everything he did, and all the new friends he made, you'll be so happy!!



And for what it's worth, I had to pass my baby's school every day and for a week before the first day, I cried everytime I saw it. She told me it wasn't fair she had to spend the WHOLE day with strangers, she wanted to stay with me, and I agreed! I couldn't leave my baby with STRANGERS!! What kind of Mother does that??

The teacher had to ask me ( very nicely ) to leave the classroom, as I had positioned myself very inconspicuously ( I thought ) in a corner. I was a mess. She said it was the best day of her life.

 

[KS Newf]

These feelings are very aptly put. It is so hard to "go through the stages" with your children. Your little one will love the songs, games and projects once he gets used to the new routine. That doesn't make it any easier for Mommy though!

 

[snowdog]

Thanks so much for all your kind and understanding responses.... he was so happy and excited this morning that I am feeling much better today. Can't wait to hear how his day went.