Hey, senior mama. I know how you feel. I remember that roller coaster of activity and emotion between May 1st and August 30th 2018 and 2020. The years that my two sweet daughters graduated were fun and exciting and EXHAUSTING! It felt like we were rushing through special senior year activities and then graduation was a blink. Those summers were filled with planning college dorm rooms and cramming in last family activities before we all separated. And then…poof! There that empty nest sat, just waiting for me to feather it.
Care Packages for College Students: Channeling Your Emotions
I missed my girls. I was 100% thrilled that they were off doing exactly what they (and I) were so happy for them to be doing, but I missed hearing them in the other room. And I certainly missed having help with the dishes. But mostly I missed the dynamic of having them around.
So what’s a mama to do? I channeled my emotions and activity into creating super-fun care packages to mail off to them at college. A care package for college students is a great way to show that you miss them and you’re thinking about them. Care packages can be a fun project for parents – check out these ideas for care package themes and items to include.
Creating Care Packages for College Students – A Fun Project for Parents
As a parent, it’s natural to worry about your child while they’re away at college. But sending your college kid a care package can provide a much-needed boost of encouragement and support. Plus, creating care packages can be a fun and enjoyable activity for parents. Here’s why:
- Customization: Care packages offer the opportunity to tailor your gift to your child’s interests and needs. This can help strengthen your bond and show your child that you truly know and care about them.
- Creativity: Care packages provide a creative outlet for parents. Many parents enjoy the challenge of creating a fun and unique package for their child.
- Connection: Care packages are an excellent way to stay connected with your child while they’re away at college. Even if you can’t be there in person, a care package can remind your child that they’re loved and missed.
Care Package Themes – Ideas and Suggestions
So, what are some ideas for care package themes? Let’s explore!
- College Survival Kit:
This care package includes items that can help your child navigate the challenges of college life. Some suggestions might include:
- Snacks (granola bars, trail mix, etc.)
- Stationery (pens, highlighters, sticky notes)
- Mini First Aid Kit
- Ear Plugs
- Hand Sanitizer
- Water Bottle
- Stress Ball
- Homesick Helper:
Going away to college can be difficult, especially for those who are far from home. A homesick helper care package might include:
- Photos of family and friends
- Comfort food from home (cookies, candy, etc.)
- A cozy blanket
- Scented candle
- Mini Picture Frame
- A “thinking of you” note
- Study Break:
College can be stressful, and many students need a break from their studies. This care package could include:
- Board games or card games
- A mini-puzzle
- A mini-Slinky
- A Rubik’s Cube
- A stress-relieving coloring book
- Candy or Snacks
- Health and Wellness:
College students often forget to take care of themselves, making this care package a vital one. Some ideas for items to include might be:
- Multivitamins
- A fitness tracker
- A reusable water bottle
- Yoga mat
- Optional Health items they like (protein bars, herbal tea, etc.)
- Seasonal Package:
This care package can be customized for the season. Students living in dorms or shared houses might not have access to the items they need. For fall, some items might include:
- A cozy scarf or hat
- A mini-Pumpkin
- Fall-Scented Soap or Bath Salts
- Bags of tea (fall flavors such as cinnamon, pumpkin, etc.)
- A mini-leaf blower
Want additional ideas? Check out this board I created on Pinterest! Drop a comment below and let me know how your care package creation went, and offer your own ideas!
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