Tag: college preparation
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Navigating College Move-In Day Without Losing Your Cool
Get Pregnant Fast Successfully managing move-in day hinges on preparation and adaptability. By this point, you should have gathered all essential items (don’t forget to check out the fantastic printable shopping list from Target or the online lists tailored for various colleges by Bed Bath & Beyond) and had “The Talk” about roommates, friendships, campus…
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The Final Countdown: My Cookie-Baking Days Are Running Out
Get Pregnant Fast As I navigate through my youngest daughter’s final year of high school, I can’t help but reflect on the bittersweet journey we’re on together. This is the third entry in a series where I share my experiences as a stay-at-home mom, watching my daughter prepare for college and contemplating my own transition…
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5 Essential Insights from a Teaching Assistant Before Your Teen Heads Off to College
Get Pregnant Fast As your teenager prepares to embark on their college journey, there are some key insights that a teaching assistant can share to ease the transition. Here are five crucial points to consider: Goals Aren’t Set in Stone. As a parent, you may find yourself constantly planning your child’s future, from their educational…
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How My Relationship With My Son Is Evolving As He Prepares for College
Get Pregnant Fast As I settled into the swing on the back porch, the fireflies danced around me while my phone’s Bluetooth case flickered intermittently—was it a friendly greeting? I hoped so. My Kindle had long since gone dark, and outside, my son was shooting hoops in the driveway. Each thud of the basketball resonated…
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Why It’s Harder to Send a Daughter to College than a Son
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepare to watch my daughter, Emma, graduate high school this June, I can’t help but think about how bittersweet this moment is. It’s the day that would have marked my father’s 74th birthday, and I know he would have cherished seeing his granddaughter receive her diploma. Emma loved him deeply…
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The Essential Guide to College Visits: Seven Steps to Success
Get Pregnant Fast As my eldest prepares to apply to colleges this fall, I find myself immersed in the whirlwind of college-related activities. Friends are sending their kids off to new adventures, many for the first time. It’s a delicate balance of cherishing the present while gearing up for what’s next. For those just beginning…
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Navigating the Senior Year: Embracing the Essential Separation
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent witnessing your child’s senior year of high school, you’re not just preparing for college applications, recommendation letters, and test scores; you’re also engaging in the emotional journey of separation. This crucial phase requires both you and your teen to navigate the bittersweet transition as they prepare to step into…
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Counting Down to August 22nd: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast The countdown to August 22nd has officially begun, and I can’t help but feel a mix of excitement and apprehension. My daughter, the ever-charming Lily, is preparing to leave for college, and while I’m thrilled for her, I know I’ll miss her presence in our home. This summer has been filled with…
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Essential Life Lessons I Overlooked Before My Daughter Headed to College
Get Pregnant Fast As the summer dwindled and the countdown to my daughter’s college departure began, I found myself immersed in a flurry of preparation. I crafted shopping lists, packing lists, registration forms, and move-in checklists. If you’re feeling lost in this whirlwind, a quick online search reveals countless resources. I approached these guides with…
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To My College Bound Son: A Parent’s Farewell as You Step into Adulthood
Get Pregnant Fast As the week approaches for us to send our 18-year-old son off to college, I find myself surrounded by a mountain of “Don’t Forget!” essentials piling up by the door. This serves as a poignant reminder that I have a limited time to wrap up a few last-minute parental duties before I…