Ep 136 5 Mistakes I Made During My Child’s College Transition (So You Don’t Have To)

After the IEP: College Transition and Success Tips for Parents of Students with ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and Mental Health Conditions

Welcome to Week 6 of our 12-Week Summer College Transition Series! In this episode of After the IEP, I get personal and honest about what I wish I had done differently during my own son's college journey.

If you're a parent of a student with an IEP, 504 Plan, ADHD, learning disability, or mental health need, this episode is your chance to learn from my missteps—so you can help your student transition to college with fewer regrets and more confidence.

We cover 5 key mistakes I made as a parent, including:

• Failing to prepare my son for the reality of college life

• Underestimating the role of mistakes and resilience

• Fearing failure and trying too hard to prevent it

• Not emphasizing the importance of using accommodations

• Overlooking how valuable personal growth and mindset are

🎧 Plus, I share episodes that dive deeper into each topic and actionable insights you can use right now.

This Episode Is Perfect For:

• Parents of college-bound students with disabilities

• Special education teachers and counselors supporting transition plans

• Families wondering if they’re doing enough to prepare their teen for the college leap

Don’t Forget:Make sure to grab your free checklist and the book to get the most out of this 12-week series. These tools will help your student feel prepared, confident, and ready to advocate for themselves in college.

✔️ Download the free College Accommodations Checklist ✔️ Grab the book Self-Advocacy for Higher Education to help your student speak up with confidence.