Youre On Your Own (But Im Here If
You Need Me): Mentoring Your Child
During the College Years by Marjorie
Savage
Much More Than I Ever Expected.....
Realistic and practical advice for parents of college-age kidsParents whose
kids are away at college have a tough tightrope to walk: they naturally want
to stay connected to their children, yet they also need to let go. Whats
more, kids often send mixed messages: they crave space, but they rely on
their parents advice and assistance. Not surprisingly, its hard to know
when its appropriate to get involved in your childs life and when its better
to back off.Youre On Your Own (But Im Here If You Need Me) helps
parents identify the boundaries between necessary involvement and
respect for their childs independence. Marjorie Savage, who as a parent
herself empathizes with moms and dads, but who as a student services
professional understands kids, offers advice on wide-ranging issues,

including:• How to cope with your familys mood changes in the months
before move-in day on campus• Why students complain about the food but
still manage to gain fifteen pounds their first year• How to teach basic
financial responsibility, including the handling of credit cards and academic
expenses• When parental intervention is criticalWith anecdotes and
suggestions from experienced parents and college staffs nationwide, the
strategies and tips provided throughout will help you to create a loving,
supportive partnership responsive to the needs of both you and your
children.
Personal Review: Youre On Your Own (But Im Here If You Need
Me): Mentoring Your Child During the College Years by Marjorie
Savage
This is a great book for parents of high school seniors to help prepare for
eventual empty nesting. Sending your kid to college is like potty training,
you know you have to do it, but you aren't so sure if you'll live through it.
But of course they do learn to use the toilet and they move away to college
as well (hopefully in that order)!
Marjorie is very thorough in explaining what to expect every step of the
way. It prepares you for orientation, moving, visits home, etc., so you can
do your best to help you and your "child" navigate the college maze. She
covers all angles, so if junior will be commuting or moving to the other side
of the country, you'll get guidance.
I now have two daughters at University of Minnesota where Marjorie heads
the University of Minnesota parent office and does a super job. My friends
have kids at other universities and they are amazed at how in touch I am
with the happenings on campus because of the weekly update U-MN
parents get. It's so much easier to have a conversation with your kid if you
are enlightened. She makes sure we know what they need to do when (like
registering or paying bills) so we don't have to nag the kid. At U-MN we
are lucky to have her, now everyone can benefit from her insight and
wisdom.
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