Mom guilt- anyone else?

I took my toddler to church nursery this morning (she usually loves it) but is going through separation anxiety. I felt terrible leaving her for a second while she was crying, but I thought it would get better. The teacher said she would text me if she needed me. But then we went into church & The teacher texted me telling me she was really upset and I couldn’t even focus in church and I of course immediately went and got her! She finally calmed down when I got to her, but I had all this mom guilt that she would remember this and that the teachers thought badly of me. I just want to be a good mom!! Anyone else dealt with this before? My heart hurt.

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You're a good mom, mama! The daycare at church is probably very understanding. I haven't had too much of an issue with separation with my daughter but I get it. It does break my heart. I know in the end it's for the best because she will have to be in school and go through things without me and I want her to be strong. Everything will be okay! It's growing pains but it makes them stronger. 💓

Coming from a toddler teacher, we NEVER think badly of parents that leave their kid while crying. Honestly, most of the time, it's the better thing to do. Poor baby must just be going through something else too, maybe growing pains or teething? Separation anxiety is SO common in this age too though. I know it's hard to leave your baby while they're crying, but you did the right thing mama. At least you were able to go get her and calm her down. I guarantee she will not remember this long term.

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