Hello. I'm hoping someone can help or offer some advice.
Over the last week my 7 year old DS has been complaining of "feeling poorly" and "being too poorly to go to school" every night at bedtime and in the morning before school. He appears absolutely fine at other times. I would say it's anxiety.
He told me he's not getting bullied but feels his teacher doesn't like him and given some very minor examples of being told off or his teacher having a brief cross word with him. I haven't contacted the school yet as I'm not really sure what they can do, it seems he's just being over sensitive (he is a quiet and sensitive little soul).
What should I do? I've tried validating his feelings, telling him sometimes school can be difficult but it's very important, telling him how brave he is when he goes in despite numerous protests. I've asked him if he wants me to talk to his teacher which he strongly doesn't want and says "it will make things worse". I have a night planned for just us two this week so he can have some one on one time (he has a 14 month old brother who demands lots of time and attention as you can imagine).
Any advice appreciated