My Son Started High School And It Feels Like Preschool All Over Again

When the nurse handed my son to me, I expected to feel an instantaneous bond. As I peeled back his blanket and took in his old man scowl, though, I surprised myself as the words, “I’m not qualified to raise a human” came to mind. And I promptly looked around for a grown up because I was pretty sure I was going to be a huge screw up as a parent.

Over the years, my husband and I have navigated all of the typical milestones: sleep training, potty training, training wheels. Come to think of it, t...