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The 7 Best Twin XL Sheets for College of 2025

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Between the cramped, shared living quarters and old-school décor, dorm living can pose quite a challenge for any college student. Thankfully, there is a straightforward way to make the experience far more comfortable: By investing in one of the best Twin XL sheets and bedding for college. 

Most dorm beds come wi...

The 5 Best Twin XL Mattress Toppers of 2025

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Your student just got accepted into their dream college and has finally been matched to their dorm. The only issue? Their new twin bed might not be as comfortable as the one they’re used to. But with one of the best Twin XL mattress toppers, which should fit most college dorm bed sizes, you can ensure they’ll sleep comfortabl...

28 Fun College Care Package Ideas (Under $20 – 2025)

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You’ve shopped, packed and had your tearful or non-tearful goodbyes. Everyone is beginning to adjust to the new normal. And, would’t now be a lovely time to send your kids a little something to remind them of home?

Nothing will make your first-year college student happier than a few wisely chosen treats to make them feel the love from hom...

College Search With AI Here’s the Guide You Need

As my daughter began her college search we soon found ourselves drowning in information. Sure, there were plenty of public lists and rankings on social media, but when it came to what she actually wanted in a school, how could she find the best fit? AI would be the answer to creating an organized and personalized college list.

We started using AI, ChatGPT not as a shortcut but as a research assistant. (Shutterstock: Kit Leong)

We needed to gather all the important information, refine what...

What Is Grandmacore and Why Should Your Teen Jump Onboard?

As parents of teens and young adults, we’ve witnessed countless trends come and go. But the latest phenomenon sweeping through college campuses and high schools is something we never expected: Grandmacore.

Our tech-savvy, social media-obsessed kids are suddenly embracing activities traditionally associated with their grandparents’ generation. (Credit: Shutterstock)What is grandmacore?

Yes, you read that right. Our tech-savvy, social media-obsessed kids are suddenly embracing activities ...

45 Incredible Gifts for Teen Boys That Are Actually Cool (2025)

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Whether they’ve got a special birthday on the horizon, are about to graduate high school or simply just because, there are plenty of reasons to gift the particular guy in your life. While shopping for teen boys can be tricky — many are still figuring out what they like and how to spend their time — we’ve narrowed ...

23 Cool Gifts for Teens That They Actually Want

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No one ever said being a teen was easy. The often overstimulated world of teens involves a trendy song-and-dance balance of school, part-time jobs, sports, social media, and a healthy social life. When shopping for cool gifts for teens, anything you give should reflect their playful-youthful side while serving the opportunity to destress.

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Here’s Why I Loved Being a Teen in the ’90s

I know I shouldn’t compare my teen years in the ’90s to my kids’ teens years but I can’t help it. It’s too much fun to look back and see how my friends, sisters and I spent our time versus how my kids spend their time.

I know some say teens these days are spoiled and have no idea how good they have it, but we all remember our parents saying the same to us and so on and so forth. Clearly, this will be a thing until the end of time.

Here’s why life as a teen was easier in the 80s. (Katie Bin...

These 10 Tote Bags Are Functional, Stylish, and the Best for School

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While you can’t go wrong with a good backpack, a tote bag is a stylish and convenient way to carry all school gear to and from class. When choosing the best tote bags for school, there are a few key elements to consider, especially if you want them to be both functional and stylish. Padded laptop or tablet compartments, compartments, zippered p...

These Six Tote Bags Are Functional, Stylish, and the Best for School

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While you can’t go wrong with a good backpack, a tote bag is a stylish and convenient way to carry all school gear to and from class. When choosing the best tote bags for school, there are a few key elements to consider, especially if you want them to be both functional and stylish. Padded laptop or tablet compartments, compartments, zippered p...