I just wanted to post this somewhere. My 12 mo DD just had two settling in sessions with her childminders before I return to p/t work next week (2 days). I was dreading it so much as really reluctant to leave her. Anyway, no tears either day, she was happy to see me when I picked her up AND they managed to get her to have a nap on the second day (nightmare child when it comes to sleep, at any time!). She had a great time playing with the older children and is going to really enjoy it. I'm almost looking forward to work now.