I'll go against the grain and say go with one day, and don't feel like settling in is an issue. It's really not that big a deal, one day vs two days. If you're happy to take it gradually, starting with one hour, then three, then maybe more depending how long she lasts, then it is most likely she will settle in.
From my experience, I've found that it's how parents and staff handle the first few weeks that affects how they settle, far more than how many days they are in for.
I'm due to start my 12 month old DD in daycare next week, as I'm going back to PT uni in a couple of weeks.
I can fit all of my subjects on the one day that she is in care... but it will be a long day for her.
The daycare recommended I put her in for 2 days (they actually have a 2 days minimum) but I just can't bear to put her in for another day, so they have agreed to let her attend the 1 day per week for now.
Who knows how this will go, and maybe in a few weeks I'll be ringing up to book that 2nd day... but I just thought I'd share with you that I know how you are feeling!
Hope all goes well and she settles in really easily.
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