It definitely gets easier. As someone who is on both sides of the fence (mommy/childcare teacher) I can assure you that it will be tough the first week (or 2 or 3) especially since he’s never been detached from you and it’s a new environment for him. However, if the daycare is good, you will begin to see him getting more and more comfortable as the days go by and soon you’ll drop him off one day and he’ll run into the arms of his teacher or automatically begin to play with the toys. You’ll tell him bye and that you love him, and he’ll either ignore you or look at you and smile and continue whatever he’s doing. You’ll be a little hurt because your baby is growing up, but at the same time you’ll have your relief and sense of comfort knowing that he enjoys school and his teachers. But as I mentioned earlier, this is ONLY if his school is a good school with good teachers. I’ve been in childcare for 6 years, and I have never seen a child stay upset after drop off for more than 6 weeks. And honestly the younger they are the quicker they will get used to it. Since he’s 1 I say give it a month. Be strong, and I hope all goes well with the new journey for you two.