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Essentials list for DS starting university and moving into halls

130 replies

stripeypoodle · 11/07/2026 15:15

Hello,

My DS is off to university in September and staying in the student halls of residence. I’m trying to make a list of items that I will need to buy for him if anyone can help with this please?

Duvet/mattress protector/ duvet cover/ fitted sheets/ laundry basket/desk light. Some decorative items for bedroom.

Bathroom bin/ toiletries holder/ toothbrush cup/towels/shower mat.

Cutlery/plates/bowls/utensils/ grater/meat thermometer/ storage tubs.

Laptop which will be his birthday present in August.

Am I missing anything?

Thanks

OP posts:
ramonaquimby · 17/07/2026 19:04

Jesus. There are always a lot of over invested mums on these threads every year.

OBVIOUSLY you get stuff. I liked going with my kids to get stuff but they made the list, they decided what they needed etc.

that's my point.
why do some people resort to insults and rudeness when someone disagrees?

Obanotters · 18/07/2026 01:46

ramonaquimby · 17/07/2026 19:04

Jesus. There are always a lot of over invested mums on these threads every year.

OBVIOUSLY you get stuff. I liked going with my kids to get stuff but they made the list, they decided what they needed etc.

that's my point.
why do some people resort to insults and rudeness when someone disagrees?

Pot calling the kettle black

ramonaquimby · 18/07/2026 08:28

Maybe Jesus was rude so I'll take that.

Screamingabdabz · 18/07/2026 08:46

ramonaquimby · 17/07/2026 19:04

Jesus. There are always a lot of over invested mums on these threads every year.

OBVIOUSLY you get stuff. I liked going with my kids to get stuff but they made the list, they decided what they needed etc.

that's my point.
why do some people resort to insults and rudeness when someone disagrees?

I agree 100%. I helped my dd but it was her that made the list. These threads make me cringe. I imagine these kids…overly-mummied and clueless until the last possible moment.

Obanotters · 18/07/2026 08:58

Screamingabdabz · 18/07/2026 08:46

I agree 100%. I helped my dd but it was her that made the list. These threads make me cringe. I imagine these kids…overly-mummied and clueless until the last possible moment.

Why exactly do you 100% agree with resorting to rudeness and insults when someone disagrees with you?

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