Parenting Through The College Transition

Parenting Through The College Transition – Competition. That’s what many parents think every May. Maybe a high school diploma, high school diploma, high school diploma, kindergarten diploma, or preschool diploma. Maybe “sewing” from diapers to the big boat. There is a transition period for every parent and child. Each one is very bitter.

Adoptions of all kinds mean that the child is moving into something new, growing up, and moving away from the parent’s nest. As a parent, we often experience these changes and emotions. These are celebrations, no doubt, but it is often sad to see our children get closer to being independent from us.

Parenting Through The College Transition

Often for our children, these transitions seem exciting and like an achievement that makes them proud. Sometimes we forget that these transactions can be entered for themselves. Every change can be a little stressful and exciting. Although our children are proud to be reaching a new level, they may be sad to leave this new stage of childhood.

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Around this time every year, my daughter (who is 8) often comes up with random stories about how she doesn’t want to grow up. He’s excited about what’s next but there’s a part of him that knows he’s moving away from something that’s familiar, familiar and familiar to him. We often talk about how he feels he’s missing out when he’s older, and what he misses if he doesn’t grow up.

Sometimes we don’t want to talk about the feelings that accompany these exchanges because we are breaking the mood of celebration. Sometimes we are afraid to admit what the challenges are. One of the most difficult transitions that parents tell me is when that last child (or the only one) leaves home and there is an “empty nest”.

After at least 17 years of childcare, it can be difficult to change your daily routine. Most parents of teenagers have started to feel comfortable around the house while their children are doing their chores for longer and longer periods of time. Of course, those quiet moments are marked by LOUD moments: loud music, friends going out and making noise, doors slamming because “the parents don’t know!”. However, the quiet that is at home when there are no children in it all day can be a source of stress for parents. Darkness. It can be a little intimidating for a couple who don’t know how to connect with each other.

Whether you’re a parent dealing with the emotions of your “last baby” coming out of diapers or graduating college, I encourage you to embrace it all. Allow yourself more than one character if there is one. Talk to your friend or friends if you don’t have one and get support where you need it.

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All the main functions are fast. It’s the hardest work out there, and you have to be along for the ride most of the time. Sometimes we have to close our eyes and let go of fear. It’s also fun because your stomach rumbles, so throw your hands in the air and let out a little happy cry. Your “baby” is growing. Parents love it! I did it! Your child has survived elementary, preschool, kindergarten, middle school and high school. I celebrated the achievements. You praised him in his sorrows.

Now, I’m going to college. (I say that just because I gave up on two boys, doesn’t mean it doesn’t apply to girls.)

You have done everything you can. The items are sold out – there is no doubt that there are too many items! Bags and boxes are packed.

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Why, we spend their little lives (18 years is not long), preparing them for independence. There is plenty of advice to help parents navigate the early years. How do they sleep at night? Potty training every day, a week, no tears. Therefore!

We learn to let go — and so do they — the first time the school bell rings. And by high school, we were used to the quietness of the house during the day. Or when they go with friends. To be honest, at least here, I look forward to school days, activities, and just time.

We gather all the advice we can for the short summer between high school and college. If your kids are like mine, they “listen”. And then proceeded to immediately forget all the wise bits of wisdom that had been shared. The summer is full of conflict – they get every minute of fun, friends and free time before college, we want all the family time, togetherness and time. to. slow down!

And they are gone. Your heart was torn from your chest, and you were left with the baby you nursed for 18 years. Forget kindergarten. This is what hurts the most. This goodbye is different. This is very painful.

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The mercy. The day I dropped Nathan off at college, knowing that he liked his roommate and that he had chosen a great school and was ready, broke my heart. He was excited and ready for the journey ahead and his first step towards adulthood. I knew he was ready. I knew he could do it. And deep down, I was so happy for him.

But for me, a chapter in my parenting book was closed. In a short time. I will never be the person he talked to after school every day. Every day, the main work was done, on call 24/7/365. He was free.

I need to find something new. Of course I have to admit that this chapter has ended and a new chapter has begun.

Thankfully, I have a loving friend who is there for me in this journey called childcare. Wisely and simply, they shared advice last summer that really helped me. Yes, my heart broke into a million pieces, but I promised I would. So, I did it.

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I was once told, during the long years of boat training, “You’ve never seen a 16-year-old go to high school in a diaper, have you? He’ll figure it out one day.”

Now, I’m telling you, mom, “You’ve seen a lot of kids and parents go through college, haven’t you? You’re going to see that one day.”

To help you get through these next few weeks, say goodbye and find your new normal, I asked friends to share their best tips for navigating the transition from high school to college! This is for you mothers. You did your job. They believe they are ready to ride.

From Becki, who writes in Adventures for Book Lovers, he says: You send your son to college, if you want to talk. For example, if you want to help set up their bedroom – so be it. If you want the picture in front of the school logo – this is it. And let your child know in advance that you will pray for what is coming so he knows what to expect.

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Becki’s advice is sound. Our children are focused on their new life. They have a million things on their minds: making friends, navigating the restaurant, finding classes, studying… Well, not the last one. They are focused on having fun and are excited about their new adventure. He is a little afraid, but he does not accept. BUT, with all the thoughts swirling in both of your heads, you must speak. They can’t read your mind. They do not know this new life better than you. Communication is essential! Everything you want/need/need.

With my older brother, I told him before he went to college the day I knew he was ready for college and he was going to enjoy his years there. But, I also told her that even though I know what it’s like to leave home for school, I’ve never done the “drop off” thing before. So, I apologized in advance for the tears, and told him that I wasn’t crying out of fear or sadness – it happened to “all aspects” of a new-first mother, and I was fine. I also promised that I would try not to embarrass him too much. Not sure I succeeded there, though.

My friend Ann, whose children went to school with me, says: My main thing is NOT to NOT be bored. This is from their side. I did not join their professors. If children do not know how to negotiate career situations with educators without the help of parents, they will not be ready for college. Let them go- let them do it themselves. Send “I’m thinking of you!” and “I love you” messages but it’s time to let go