A student's senior year of high school can be daunting. Poised on the threshold of young adulthood, seniors feel the tug-of-war between the independence of college and the safety of childhood. Parents can help kids smoothly make the transition to...
High school graduation can sneak up on kids and parents alike. One moment, you are changing dirty diapers or wiping running noses, and the next, you are cheering as your child walks across a stage and receives a diploma. Preparing for college can...
The cost of college tuition and other expenses climbs every year, causing many parents to worry about affording an education. Whether you pay for your child's entire education or help out with only part of the expenses, parents have several ways...
When you send your children off to college, it's often the first time your kids have lived outside of the home and away from your own direct supervision. Because of this, you'll naturally have concerns about your kids in college. Whether you're...
Although inflation and rising tuition costs can have a significant impact on the overall cost of a college education, you can take steps to send your children to college for less. Before you can determine how much you can contribute to your...
It's a fact: not only do those with a college education make more money; they also have a better chance at employment. According to a 2008 report on academic outcomes by the National center for Education Statistics, adults between the ages of 24...
When your kids are young, it can be difficult to look far into the future--to your child's college education. But college planning should begin when your kids are small and you can begin to save, plan and guide your kids in the right direction for...
College students have a reputation for poor diets. According to studies from Indiana University and Tufts University, 60 percent of students said they gained weight from the beginning of their freshman year to the beginning of their sophomore...
The Seattle Times conducted an informal survey of University of Washington students who live off-campus and cook for themselves. The survey results showed that few actually do any cooking. Most rely on pre-made foods instead. They eat late, and...
Preparing your child for college starts long before he reaches his 18th birthday. In fact, for many parents, preparing for the post-high school years starts with setting up a savings account shortly after their child is born. Parents and students...
College life can be both an exciting and a stressful time. College students learn many new things and forge some lifelong friendships. However, college life is not without its challenges. To succeed academically, college kids must develop the...
Many college kids leave for school with instructions to avoid gaining the freshman 15. Food plans for college kids often include all-you-can-eat buffets and fast food restaurants on campus. Add in a busy lifestyle fueled by coffee, alcohol and...
The college years often involve a low bank account balance, meaning frugal meals are a must. Whether you live in a dorm or in your own apartment, you have several affordable and easy dinner options. Many meals work in either a microwave or stove,...
The "freshman 15" stalks new college students across the country, causing them to gain weight as a result of poor eating habits, a sedentary lifestyle and drinking. If you're a weight- and health-conscious college student, you know that...
About 1,700 fires happen annually in on- and off-campus college student housing, and 150 occur in sorority and fraternity houses, the American Society of Safety Engineers reports. A National Fire Protection Association study of the period from...
College kids have busy schedules, which can make it difficult for them to eat at regular mealtimes. Snacks fit better in their active lives. This gives snacks an important role to play in their daily eating habits. Being unaccustomed to making...
Managing your weight and eating a healthy diet while in college may be difficult, but not impossible. Although many universities and colleges offer healthy choices in their dining halls, the availability of fast food and all-night delivery...
With your erratic class schedule and limited time, you may find it difficult to sit and eat three healthy meals each day. But making time to eat meals and snacks can improve your concentration and mood. Making healthy meal choices in college does...
Between late-night cramming sessions, unlimited pizza in the dining hall and the dreaded freshman 15, it's tempting to eat junk food in college. It is possible, however, to eat healthy and nutritious foods even when your only option is the dining...
Boston, Massachusetts, is a fun place to live and visit if you're a college-age kid. It is alive with culture and healthy activities and can provide even the most hard-to-please person with entertainment. There are so many activities in and around...
When students graduate from high school and leave for college, they often consider themselves being set free from the constraints of living at home with their parents. What often happens is the opposite, as this freedom brings its own problems....
The years after children go off to college or start their own lives is often called the empty nest. The dynamics of the household and family structure change, sometimes for the better, but sometimes for the worse. Some parents, both mothers and...
If you have a teenager who is college bound, you may be feeling overwhelmed by the process of transitioning a dependent child into a self-sufficient student. While every teen feels that hitting their 18th birthday makes them an adult in every way,...
Setting up a college fund in your child's name is one of the best ways to invest in her future. According to FastWeb.com, while college graduates can generally expect to earn more and experience greater job stability than those with only a high...
According to Kids College, a website dedicated to providing information and resources for gifted children, children who are gifted are considered special needs children and they may need educational accommodations to reach their full potential....
Being thrifty means being smart with your money and finding ways to save it whenever possible. Often, there are many ways you can be thrifty in your everyday life without really even feeling a difference. Being thrifty can help during tough...
Parents can find financial help through a number of avenues. Temporary financial support is available through the government for parents who fall below certain poverty levels. Food stamps and housing agencies can provide staples while parents work...
The costs for seeking adequate and comprehensive dental care can be prohibitive, particularly for the uninsured. Fortunately, patients in Chicago who are in need of care, whether long-term or urgent, can get the quality services they need without...
When your kids are grown and ready to leave the house, you may worry about their time management skills. Whether they're heading into the workforce or going off to college, stay on top of your children's schedules by creating a calendar that you...
Teen dating can be a scary thing for most parents, but guidelines may help both teens and parents become comfortable with dating. Learn how to set guidelines for teenage dating in this parenting video.
