my son is going back to college for his junior year and we have saved to make sure we have all his financial needs ready.
well, i have always been of the mindset that if they can they should help the first years as that is usually the break in period. after that, the child should be able to manage
we felt it was best to make sure to get ready in advance and help as much as we can. but, i know all parents are not able to do that, or feel they should not, so i can see both sides!