What will my daughter think?

Question

My 13 month old daughter is a real daddies girl (dont get me wrong she loves her mummy too) but she is very much a daddies girl.

the problem is i am going on an overseas trip to america for 3 months next month and i dont know what she is going to think when im not there for such a long time. im worried about it.

do you think she will be ok??

Answer 1

Aww it will be hard on you. She will be ok with her mum and you can call her lots while over there.  

Answer 2

Yes, she will be fine, You will probably suffer more that she does. Kids are very resilient and adapt to change better than us adults.

To make you feel better call her as often as you can and you can even set up a web cam so she can see you. Just think of all the military personnel that are over seas for long periods. Leave some photos and make sure Dad talks to her about you alot. Try not to change her routine from what it is now.

Trust me, it will be fine, have a great time.

Answer 3

I have a 'Daddys Little Princess' too. She is the most adorable, beautiful, fantastic little thing. I just cant stand leaving her with that horrible woman who I was married to for 15 years. 3 months is a long time. Family is more important than any job (unless youre a rock star).

Shell be fine, but will you?

Answer 4

She'll be fine.  My daughter is also a VERY big Daddy's girl and Daddy is currently deployed with the military.  She says goodnight to him every night (his picture) and gives him a hug and a kiss.  We also talk about Daddy at various times throughout the day.  She's doing fine.  I'm sure your daughter will do fine as well.

Answer 5

I suggest calling often and have Daddy talk to your daughter about you while you're gone and have constant reminders of you. It's not like she'll forget you, but it would help with her not feeling like Mommy is gone or lost. I remember when my father was gone out of the country for military reasons when I was a child, he would call often and my mother would always talk to me about him. It wasn't much but it always sort of reassured me. Spend long times on the phone when you call me make it a big deal, and have Daddy make it seem like a very special even whenever you get to talk so that she appreciates it that much more. Have Daddy show her your picture and ask her what she likes the most about Mommy. Just talking about you can be a big help and it always made me think of my father when he was gone. Those are the things that worked for me, and I hope they work for you too. :)

Answer 6

Have a web cam set up so that you can see and talk to her each night.  It will help the both of you.