Adult Children

5 More Things To Know When Your Child Turns 18

5 More Things To Know When Your Child Turns 18

5 Things To Know When Your Child Turns 18 There are several things to know once your child turns 18, and I address the most important things in another post. However, it's been a while since I wrote that post -it is all still applicable and important -but here are 5...

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Understanding HIPAA and FERPA

Understanding HIPAA and FERPA

As our children turn 18 and go off to college or careers, we hear horror stories about HIPAA and FERPA on the internet and from other parents. Understanding HIPAA and FERPA laws is one of the keys to successfully navigating life with an adult child.

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9 Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve With Young Adults

9 Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve With Young Adults

Having young adults make New Year’s Eve really fun! They’re old enough to stay up till midnight. Old enough to help with creating fun. Old enough to help make decisions about what the plans should be. Have a great time celebrating New Year’s Eve with young adults!

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Sexting and Your Teen or Young Adult

Sexting and Your Teen or Young Adult

Sexting and Your Teen: Get the Facts Sexting and your teen is such a huge issue with our kids. As a teacher, I know kids are getting themselves into trouble with this issue ALL the time. Please inform yourself and then your teen! Take the time to read the following...

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Adult Children Living at Home

Adult Children Living at Home

Fellow Empty Nest blogger Linda Hanstra shares her experiences with her adult children moving back home in this post: Adult Children Living at Home: 6 Best Tips for Parents.

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10 Must Do Activities to Connect With Your College Student

10 Must Do Activities to Connect With Your College Student

10 Must-Do Activities to Connect with Your College Student It's coming!! Our babies are finally coming home for winter break or summer vacation. The time is going to fly by, so let's make plans to make it a break to remember for both you and your college student. From...

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Celebrate 4th of July with Adult Children

Celebrate 4th of July with Adult Children

Great Ideas for Celebrating 4th of July with Adult Children Your adult children are planning to be home for the Fourth! There are so many fun things to plan for! If you know ahead of time, then some of the decorations and/or food etc can be made ahead. Some of the...

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