There are many milestones in parenting, but few are as emotional as saying goodbye to your high school graduate when they leave for college. One day you’re helping with kindergarten drop-off, and the next you’re loading a car with bedding, storage bins, and dreams for the future.

As exciting as this season is, it can also be bittersweet. Parents often find themselves feeling proud, anxious, happy, and heartbroken, all at the same time. If you’re struggling with the thought of your child leaving home, you’re not alone.