MG, when DD started child care (errr, 9 years ago) we went there a couple of times for about an hour so Viv could get familiar with the room, carer and other children. I stayed for these. She started at 10.5months

From memory, after that we went a couple of times for an hour or so where I left her there so she could be comfortable there by herself. I think I went for a walk at the local shops and felt entirely lost! (sorry I'm sure that doesn't help!). It was good to leave her and go back and know she had been fine. I don't think I paid for those sessions, but I probably should have because they were 'caring' for her. I imagine these day's you'd have to pay, but check with the centre. I'm sure they'll be able to give you a good run down of how they run it.

I'm sure Abbey will be fine, and so will you. It's tough leaving them initially, but once you see how well they're cared for, it's a little easier.

GL sweetie.