COLUMBUS, Ohio-A parent is struggling with their 4-year-old daughter’s persistent sadness over missing a close friend, Jill, from her former daycare. Despite making new friends and having a supportive network, the child frequently expresses her longing for Jill and cries about it, even a year after switching schools. Efforts to arrange playdates with Jill’s family have been unsuccessful, as the mother did not respond to invitations. The parent is seeking ways to help their daughter cope with her feelings and adjust better, feeling a strong desire to alleviate her distress.
https://slate.com/advice/2024/09/daughter-night-routine-friendship-loss-parenting-advice.html
