[Mykidsmom]

We purchased a picture frame that we were able to record a message and then placed a picture of ourselves. He could look and listen. I have also heard there are stuffed animals that you can record a message.

We also started very early on, letting our little one spend the night with the grandparents. We always referred to time spent at the grandparents house as going on vacation. He still "goes on vacation to grandma's house".


We did not take him to the airport to see us go.

We were able to call while we were gone. This was in 2002, so there may be more opportunity now for phone communication.

If your child understands the calendar, our 4 year old does, maybe make up a calendar he can mark off each day.