history: 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. My son is in college and about to return for his Junior year. We have made sure to put back ample saving to take care of his financial needs.  Oh_comma_ wow_comma_ I wish my parents had done that! It would have saved me from the mountain of debt I have now
current: 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 aren't able to do that, or feel they shouldn't, so I can see both sides!
next: Well, I've always been of the mindset that (if they can) they should help the first 2 years as that's usually the break-in period. After that, the child should be able to manage