Letting Go (Sort of): How Creating a Wellness Kit Helped Me Survive Sending My Twins to College

I'll admit it - I’ve been dreading the moment my twins left home for college since their freshman year of high school. And now, with them both settling into dorm life (as athletes, no less), I feel caught somewhere between "You've got this, Mama!" and wanting to text them every 15 minutes just to remind them to eat some vegetables.

College life brings a unique cocktail of stress, excitement, late-night pizza, new germs, and - let’s be honest - the occasional party. So, instead of spending every night worrying (or stalking their Instagram stories), I did what I know best: I put together a comprehensive wellness kit to support their health, resilience, and energy as they navigate their new chapter.

Introducing My Mom-Approved Back-to-School Wellness Kit

My twins might roll their eyes a little, but I know deep down they're grateful to have this stash of supplements handy. And trust me, ...