C.B.
i'll ditto everything suzi says. i'm a mom not a provider, but i know with my son i worried (as a toddler, my separation anxiety-induced FITS were legendary, so i feared the worst from my son!) for no reason - there have been days he's cried when i left, but i just give him a kiss and leave briskly, and unfortunately for the sitter (fortunately for me!) she has the job of calming him down, which he always does almost immediately. it'll be easier if you face it with confidance and a good attitude. (for him, AND for you!) i say enjoy this time with him while you can. he'll be fine! :)