Today’s guest post comes from Makenzie Pohl at Siege Media.
When your kids are leaving the nest, whether they’re camping or going off to college, it can be both exciting and heartbreaking. This can be a big adjustment, especially if it’s your kid’s first time being far away from home. To help with the feeling of homesickness, here are some essential care package ideas.
Camping Care Package Essentials
Disposable camera
One of the best parts of any camping trip is the memories made along the way. Have your kiddos take pictures chronicling their adventures. Afterward, you can put the photos in a scrapbook so they can look back fondly on their childhood experiences.
Printable gift tags
Print out these tags and personalize them for your kids. Write a special message for them on the back. These will come in handy when they start to miss home.
Glow sticks
Glow-in-the-dark sticks are a fun, handy addition to any camper’s toolbelt. Not only will they help light the way for your child’s nighttime trek, but they are also just fun to play with. Consider packing a couple, so they can share with their friends.
College Student Care Package Ideas
Coffee
Coffee is essential for any college student adjusting to a new schedule. Whether they need a quick boost to wake up for class, fuel a workout, or study for a test, a little caffeine is going to come in handy. You can even include a gift card to their favorite coffee shop for when they need a change of atmosphere.
Gift Tags
Again, for any care package, gift tags are a must. As independent as your college student may want to seem, nobody is immune to homesickness. To help them cope, print these tags out with personalized messages and send your kids some love.
Tasty snacks
Nothing is going to make your student light up more than receiving an assortment of their favorite snacks. Bake them some homemade cookies or include their childhood candy of choice. You could even put a healthier spin on things and include some jerky or granola bars. Between classes, these treats will be a lifesaver.
It can be hard saying goodbye to your little ones and with the back-to-school season here it’s something a lot of parents have to do. Just remember to send your children support as they get adjusted. It never hurts to show them a little love.
