Hello, my empty nest friend,  I am thrilled to bring you this episode! Not only is if full of content that I wish I had known before my daughter headed off to school, but I also learned a few things. My guest, Katy Oliveira, Host of the Collegehood Advice podcast, shares her advice and tips on navigating the first semester and how we, as mothers, may help our children. Take a listen, or read the transcript, below. ? Send audio feedback to Coach Christine now: voicemail/text to 920-LIFEWIN (920-543-3946). This Episode is Brought to You By Your Empty Nest Coach, Christine - click to view all of my free gifts for you! Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review this podcast! What You Will Learn in this Episode Your role as benefactor How grade notifications are handled in college, and a quick chat about FERPA Campus resources that parents should be aware of for their child What are challenges our child might face in the first semester Katy's best piece of advice Episode Questions for You To Consider What are you most focused on for your child’s first semester? If you went to college, what are some defining moments from your first semester? Do you remember any? Where to find this episode's guest: Katy Oliveira, Host of the Collegehood Advice Podcast Collegehood Advice Website Collegehood Advice Podcast Follow Collegehood Advice on Instagram Like Collegehood Advice on Facebook First Time Here? Try This Order of Episodes The Your Empty Nest Coach Podcast Trailer  Series 1: Empty Nest Prep - starts at episode #3 Series 2: The CEO of Your Life - starts at episode #64 Series 3: The CEO Toolbox - starts at episode #88 Episode Resources My favorite episode so far of Katy's: Is Your Major Causing You Low Motivation? Episode #3. Empty Nest Prep Part 1: Your Thoughts Episode #13. Future You Has All The Power Episode #17: Green Popsicle Sticks Community For detailed show notes, full transcription and more, visit my website:https://youremptynestcoach.com/p28/ For everything else visit https://youremptynestcoach.com/links/ Between shows spend time with me on: Instagram: @EmptyNestCoach TikTok: @EmptyNestCoach  Linkedin: @EmptyNestCoach Twitter: @EmptyNestCoach Facebook: @EmptyNestCoach You are preparing for the empty nest ahead as your child(ren) prepares, heads off to and experiences college.