How do we raise young adults? For parents, it’s the most important question — and the one we spend 18 years, give or take, trying to answer correctly. How do we raise our kids to be adults who are resilient and capable and smart; possessed with the knowledge and life skills they need to thrive independently; who might want our help and advice but don’t need it to live their lives?

We don’t know about you, but we could all use a road map — or at the very least some guidance along the way, which is why we’re introducing: How to Raise Adults. Guided by the insights of our SheKnows Teen Council, as well as parenting experts, this special series is a guide for parents of teens on the edge of adulthood and digs into what really matters: fostering independence, resilience, and real-world readiness. We’re here to help you help your kid launch — and help them thrive.