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It's very hard. I have travelled alot over the last 10 years. And you know what, the kids survived. Always. Sometimes they were mad, sometimes they were sad--and so was I. Yours are too small to understand much about it, but they will understand your mood and your attitude. I try (operative word is TRY) to be matter of fact ''This is part of my job" and to make my leaving no more traumatic than when I leave in the morning. My husband reminds them that I am at work (and not 'away'). I think that sets the tone for them for the whole time I am gone. Web cams are great for checking in -- or video yourself reading a story before you go. Mine love that. I also try to take some time off when i get back (even just a few hours) to get caught up on laundry, sleep and sanity. Hang in there, it gets easier!

My kids are really young--14 months. My trips are 4-7 days long... the babies (twin girls) are so clingy and out of sorts when I come back. I'm trying to find a different position at my workplace to avoid the problems, but it is just awful!