Sending your son or daughter to college for the first time can be a daunting experience. We've put together a checklist of items that you will need to consider in order to prepare your son or daughter for their first year living on a college campus. By preparing these items early you will ensure that your son or daughter has a smooth and comfortable transition into their freshman year. Some items you will want to consider purchasing are:
A Mattress Topper:
Down Matress Topper
A mattress topper is an item that lays atop the existing residence hall mattress. These products are designed to make the sleep surface more comfortable and enjoyable to sleep on. Many students opt for a cheap egg crate type product however we recommend memory-foam toppers for maximum comfort.
Dorm-Room Safes:
Yes, unfortunately things do get stolen in college. Its important to keep certain items safe. By purchasing a safe for your students room you can ensure that their wallet, laptop, passport, or other valuables stays safe.
Spacial Maximization Products:
Dorm rooms are small, especially when sharing a room with 1 or more roommates. Its important to maximize the space that your student is given. There are many products to help maximize space in the room. Some common ones are: bed-risers, hanging closet organizers, under-bed storage containers, and any form of compartmentalized drawers. Every bit of space counts when organizing your dorm-room.
Micro-Fridge:
The micro-fridge is essential for any dorm-room. This product doubles as a mini fridge and a microwave. You will want to make sure that it fits the size/power requirements of your particular college or university. Also you may want to confer with your child's roommate to see if you can split the cost of the fridge, since they will probably want to share it to save space.
Linens:
Another important items to consider is bed linens. Many college beds are either Twin or Twin XL size and you should take this into consideration when purchasing bedding. You may want to check with the Residence Life department of the college first to ensure that you're getting the right size sheets etc.
Laundry:
For many freshman students this will be their first experience doing laundry on their own. Products like laundry hampers, portable ironing boards, and drying racks will be products to consider buying. Often times you can find many of these items available in packages with everything needed for laundry. Many colleges may also have a laundry service available on-campus if you so choose.
These are the major items that you will want to consider purchasing for your son or daughter dorm-room. By utilizing the correct products you can effectively maximize space in the room and make the transition into college life a smooth and pleasant one for your son or daughter.