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Step 1
Most importantly realize that separation anxiety is a normal part of development for not only your infant but you as well.
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Step 2
Most likely, as soon as you leave the room the newborn will quiet down. When babies are only a couple of months old they love to be held regardless of the person. The soothing of the care-givers heart beat and warmth of her body will provide comfort to your baby even when you are not there.
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Step 3
However, for older infants (7 - 18 months) they may have already noticed that they are a separate entity from you. They no longer feel that they are part of your body but began to realize their body is their own. The moment that you leave the room they become fearful. I would hope by this age that you have an established caregiver or family member that your baby is comfortable with. He or she will still be nervous about you leaving but your baby will have established a routine of you leaving but always coming back.
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Step 4
If you have to leave your infant with someone for the first time make sure to go early and spend time with your baby and your baby's caregiver. This will give your infant time to adjust to a new environment and new caregiver with the safety of you right there. Spending time with the caregiver will help to alleviate your fears as well as your infants.
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Step 5
Lastly, remember when it is time to go give your infant a kiss and head for the door. If you make a big production of leaving and coming back, every time your baby cries, you will never get out the door. Be consistent and develop a routine for leaving, it will make it that much easier for your infant.
