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1. An organic snack subscription box in case the dining hall serves nothing but chicken nuggets.
2. A fun planner for needed extra motivation — aka stickers and doodles — to actually get organized.
3. A mattress pad because the difference between a dorm and prison bed is nonexistent, and this will help you get a good night's sleep.
4. A daily Q&A diary as a way to prove to mom that you are FINE in college (relatively speaking).
5. A custom pet pillow so best friends and cuddle buddies won't have to be separated.
6. A practical hamper to pretend you know that you can't wear the same underwear three times without washing.
7. Or get a laundry bag that doubles as a backpack, so the washing machines don't feel so far away.
8. A llama desk duster that might be just cute enough to inspire the occasional cleaning spree.
9. A breakfast sandwich maker if they ask why every bank transaction is at Mickey D's.
10. A state-shaped necklace so home is *literally* close to the heart.
11. An aromatherapy diffuser as a way to unwind from studying without lighting forbidden candles or... plants.
12. A new approach to journaling to help you make the most of the memories they'll want to relive with you years down the road.
13. A motivational subscription box for female entrepreneurs as a monthly dose of ~girl power~ that every mom will love.
14. A pair of noise-blocking headphones because even the library can be a little distracting sometimes.
15. A sunrise simulation alarm clock if that 9 a.m. lecture is a major concern.
16. A comforting candle with state-inspired scents as an antidote to homesickness.
17. Some personalized charger stickers to put a face to your belongings.
18. A book club subscription box that offers a healthy escape from dorm life with vintage reads and savory coffee.
19. A Fitbit in case you keep getting a gentle nudge to beat the Freshman 15 (from cookies! Definitely not beer).
20. A daily dose of inspiration because calling every two minutes might get overwhelming for you both.
21. Some reasonable shot glasses who will call your mom and tell her that you got home safe. Not really.
22. Some classic ice breaker games so you can report back home that you've made great new friends.
23. A stylish yet organized bag to make sure homework never just "disappears."
24. A pretty letter organizer because sending a handwritten note never goes out of style.
25. A not-so-tasty portable charger so you have no excuse as to why you didn't pick up the phone (sorry).
26. An educational cookbook if you're no longer in the dorms and are seriously lost in the kitchen.
27. A DIY photo hanger that will definitely be filled with only your mother's face.
ARE YOU STILL ALIVE, OK, I'LL CHECK AGAIN IN AN HOUR.
