Podcasts about military kids

Too restrictive or a key part of a military families financial planning? Today's episode is a no-holds-barred discussion about the pros, cons, and real-life strategies behind 529 plans. Episode Summary: In this episode, Spencer and Jamie dive deep into the world of 529 college savings plans—a tax-advantaged tool designed to save for qualified education expenses. They explore the basics of how 529 plans work (after-tax contributions, tax-free growth, and penalty-free withdrawals on qualified education expenses) and highlight recent changes that expand their flexibility beyond just college tuition. The conversation unfolds as Spencer raises his skeptical questions, while Jamie defends the plan's benefits by sharing personal experiences and strategies. From multi-generational planning to overcoming the challenge of overfunding, the discussion covers everything you need to know to determine if a 529 plan fits into your family's financial strategy. Key Discussion Points & Takeaways: Understanding 529 Fundamentals: Contributions are made with after-tax dollars, but the account grows tax-free, and withdrawals for qualified expenses (college, K–12 tuition, apprenticeship programs, computer equipment, and internet access) remain tax-free. Jamie explains the flexibility and evolving nature of 529 plans, including options to roll over funds to a Roth IRA (subject to annual limits and other restrictions) if the money isn't immediately needed for education. Flexibility vs. Restriction: Spencer shares his concerns about the plan's restrictions and whether the benefits favor high-income families more than those who might truly need the tax advantages. Jamie counters by emphasizing that the primary goal is to ensure your child's educational expenses are covered, while also noting that any “overfunding” isn't a total loss—it comes with backup options like beneficiary changes and penalty adjustments if funds are withdrawn for non-qualified purposes. Practical Money Management: Real-life insights on how to balance your overall financial strategy: build a solid retirement plan, clear debt, and then contribute to a 529 plan once you've established your own financial security. Jamie outlines his personal approach, including how much he's contributed over the years and his strategy for managing contributions as his children get closer to college age. Discussion of exit strategies: potential rollovers, transferring balances between beneficiaries, and even using scholarship funds to unlock part of the 529 savings without penalties. Generational and Strategic Considerations: Beyond college savings, the episode explores whether 529 plans can serve as a mechanism for a multi-generational legacy—providing educational support for nieces, nephews, or future grandchildren. The balance between maximizing tax-free growth and maintaining account flexibility is a recurring theme, with both hosts stressing the importance of aligning a 529 plan with your broader financial plan. Actionable Insights for Listeners: Evaluate Your Priorities: Before you start pouring funds into a 529 plan, ensure you've taken care of high-priority items like debt repayment and retirement savings. Start Early: Open an account when your child is young. Even small, regular contributions can accumulate significantly over time. Customize According to Your Needs: Understand that the “perfect” plan isn't one-size-fits-all. Consider factors like potential state tax deductions, investment options (like Vanguard 529's low-cost index fund style), and your own financial situation. Plan for Flexibility: Keep in mind exit strategies (such as rollovers to Roth IRAs and changing beneficiaries) so that if your situation changes, you're not locked into funds you can't use as intended. If this episode sparked some thoughts about your child's educational future or your family's financial planning, drop us a message on Instagram or visit our website at MilitaryMoneyManual.com.  Links mentioned: Kate Horrell's College Savings resources Episode 124 w/ Kate Horrell Episode 165 w/ Daniel Kopp FINRED flyer on 529s For a limited time, Spencer is offering one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions! Get your personal military money and investing questions answered in a confidential coaching call. Our new TSP course is live! Check out the Confident TSP Investing course at militarymoneymanual.com/tsp to learn all about the Thrift Savings Plan and strategies for growing your wealth while in the military. Use promo code "podcast24" for $50 off. Plus, for every course sold, we'll donate one course to an E-4 or below- for FREE! If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual or email podcast@militarymoneymanual.com. If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. I also offer a 100% free course on military travel hacking and getting annual fee waived credit cards, like The Platinum Card® from American Express, the American Express® Gold Card, and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card in my Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. Learn how to get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards from American Express in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. The Platinum Card® from American Express and the American Express® Gold Card waive the annual fee for active duty military servicemembers, including Guard and Reserve on active orders over 30 days. The annual fees on all personal Amex cards are also waived for military spouses married to active duty troops.

There are approximately 2.3 million children and youth under the age of 18 living with a wounded, injured, or ill service member and/or veteran.  Caregiving youth show strength, courage and love for their families.  Listen as Audrey tells her story of being a military child and her experience as a caregiver.    This podcast is made possible by generous funding from the USAA Foundation.     Audio mixing by Concentus Media, Inc., Temple, Texas.   Show Notes:   Resources:   Caregiving Youth Student Leadership Program https://militarychild.org/programs-and-initiatives/caregiving-youth-student-leadership-program/application-requirements/#top-content   Bio: Audrey is 16 years old and a 10th grade student from San Antonio, Texas. She is a competitive archer and a member of her school's varsity girls golf team.  She is the youngest of three siblings and had the opportunity to attend the Spring 2025 MCEC Caregiving Youth Leadership Program.

Season 6 kicks off with the awesome Greg Lato talking about his new album Dandelion: Songs Inspired by Military Kids and Families.  Greg details the extended journey in bringing this album to life through his meetings and conversations with military families, sharing poignant stories and writing and creating some great music.  Greg is extremely proud of this album, and it's easy to understand why.  Songs featured from the album include:1 - Dandelion (feat. The CAMMO Kids Choir)2 - Hi! I'm New Here! (feat. Kaleyana Ludwig)3 - Home is Not a Place4 - Smile5 - Old School New SchoolFind the Song at:SpotifyCOMING SOON!The featured songs will be added to the KINDIE ROCK STARS Season 6 Spotify playlist.  Add the KINDIE ROCK STARS Season 6 Playlist on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/31DgDbmZrUgyfip2LrN3SqYouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@greglatomusicShow SponsorsWaldmania PR: https://waldmaniapr.com/#homeDebi Derryberry Kids: https://www.debiderryberry.com/kids-musicSupport the show

As an optimzer, Jamie was concerned about how to perfect his family's GI Bill strategy. In the middle of a discussion (after we wrapped up last week's podcast recording with Daniel), we hit record for this non-standard format. As Jamie allows himself to be vulnerable and curious about the words he used, Daniel is able to help him work through some anxiety and negative feelings.  You'll also hear some tactical advice for using and sharing the GI Bill. Links we mentioned: Financial Therapy certificate Daniel and Spencer both earned through Kansas State Wise Stewardship Financial Planning Daniel Kopp is a fee-only, fiduciary financial planner and founder of Wise Stewardship Financial Planning where he helps young widows and widowers as well as servicemembers get their financial lives in order by aligning their money with their values. He is also an Air Force veteran after almost 9 years as an officer on active duty during which he served as an Air Battle Manager participating in combat deployments and training opportunities all across the world. Outside of his official military commitments, Daniel has always had a passion to help servicemembers and their families master their finances where he served as a volunteer financial counselor during most of his time on active duty. For a limited time, Spencer is offering one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions! Get your personal military money and investing questions answered in a confidential coaching call. Our new TSP course is live! Check out the Confident TSP Investing course at militarymoneymanual.com/tsp to learn all about the Thrift Savings Plan and strategies for growing your wealth while in the military. Use promo code "podcast24" for $50 off. Plus, for every course sold, we'll donate one course to an E-4 or below- for FREE! If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual or email podcast@militarymoneymanual.com. If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. I also offer a 100% free course on military travel hacking and getting annual fee waived credit cards, like The Platinum Card® from American Express, the American Express® Gold Card, and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card in my Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. Learn how to get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards from American Express in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. The Platinum Card® from American Express and the American Express® Gold Card waive the annual fee for active duty military servicemembers, including Guard and Reserve on active orders over 30 days. The annual fees on all personal Amex cards are also waived for military spouses married to active duty troops.

How to teach your military kids about healthy and positive money habits, set expectations for college, use the GI Bill, and leverage 529s and other investment accounts for your military family. With today's guest, Daniel Kopp, we discussed: Teaching kids spending, saving, and giving buckets Teach, demo, supervise with your kids Give them chances to fail Wants vs. needs & delayed gratification Don't make money a big secret- talk about it Evolving the lessons you teach your kids as they age 529s, UTMAs, taxable brokerage accounts, and life insurance Tax efficient gifting strategies FAFSA for military families VA chapter 35 Prepaid college  The "College Pre-Approval Process" How to avoid overpaying for college Links we mentioned: Money Scripts episode w/ Daniel Kopp (episode # 82) Cybersecurity 101 podcast episode (#157) Military Financial Advisors Assocation (MFAA) FDIC's Money Smart Catalog CFPB's Money As You Grow program NCUA Games U.S. Mint free games and activities for children Military to Financial Planner podcast Wise Stewardship Financial Planning Daniel Kopp is a fee-only, fiduciary financial planner and founder of Wise Stewardship Financial Planning where he helps young widows and widowers as well as servicemembers get their financial lives in order by aligning their money with their values. He is also an Air Force veteran after almost 9 years as an officer on active duty during which he served as an Air Battle Manager participating in combat deployments and training opportunities all across the world. Outside of his official military commitments, Daniel has always had a passion to help servicemembers and their families master their finances where he served as a volunteer financial counselor during most of his time on active duty. Books mentioned in this episode: Raising your Money-Savvy Family for Next Generation Financial Independence by Carol Pittner and Doug Nordman How to Pay for College by Ann Garcia The Missing Billionaires by Victor Haghani & James White The Price You Pay for College by Ron Lieber The Opposite of Spoiled by Ron Lieber Smart Money Smart Kids by Dave Ramsey and Rachel Cruze Four Money Bears by Mac Gardner For a limited time, Spencer is offering one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions! Get your personal military money and investing questions answered in a confidential coaching call. Our new TSP course is live! Check out the Confident TSP Investing course at militarymoneymanual.com/tsp to learn all about the Thrift Savings Plan and strategies for growing your wealth while in the military. Use promo code "podcast24" for $50 off. Plus, for every course sold, we'll donate one course to an E-4 or below- for FREE! If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual or email podcast@militarymoneymanual.com. If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. I also offer a 100% free course on military travel hacking and getting annual fee waived credit cards, like The Platinum Card® from American Express, the American Express® Gold Card, and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card in my Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. Learn how to get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards from American Express in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. The Platinum Card® from American Express and the American Express® Gold Card waive the annual fee for active duty military servicemembers, including Guard and Reserve on active orders over 30 days. The annual fees on all personal Amex cards are also waived for military spouses married to active duty troops.

Join us for Chris Fabry Live when we're going to celebrate Veteran's Day. As we recognize and honor those who serve in our country's armed forces, we can overlook the unique sacrifices made by the spouses and children in military families. If you grew up traveling around the country and the world, what were the positives? And what negatives did you have to overcome? Share your story and learn more about YFC Military on Chris Fabry Live. For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Check out Hello Home Books: www.hellohomebooks.comSee full show notes here: https://www.airmantomom.com/2024/09/books-for-military-kids/ Resources:Women of the Military Mentorship ProgramGirl's Guide to Military Service available where books are sold. Signed copies of A Girl's Guide to Military ServiceGirl's Guide to the Military Series

Today we are sitting down with Ashlee from Woman and Warrior to talk all things parenting our military kids through deployments and PCS's.This is a really fun and personal conversation about the challenges of parenting our kids through tough situations and sharing stories and tactics that have helped both of us and our kids cope through challenges. Books mentioned in the show:Hunt, Gather ParentThere's No Such Thing as Bad WeatherParenting With Love and Logic Podcasts mentioned on the show:Good Inside with Dr BeckyRaising Good HumansRisen MotherhoodFind Ashlee on her websiteor on IG @thewomanandwarriorhttps://view.flodesk.com/pages/63e17c34781752946ff2b424 https://www.organifishop.com/products/peak-power Support the Show.I so appreciate you listening to the show!If you wouldn't mind leaving a rating and review I would really appreciate it!!Check out The Ultimate Do It Yourself or DITY guide for FREE!Podcasting is a labor of love for sure! I would love your support! Subscribe to the show HERE! To get in touch with Alison with questions or potential topics or guests please email themilspousepodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG @themilspousepodcast And please check out our website! www.themilspousepodcast.com

We celebrate The Month of the Military Child with this special episode featuring four very impressive Military kids in the Fort Leonard Wood area. From how being a Military "Brat" has impacted their lives, to their future plans, we discuss it all including what these young adults truly think about the Pulaski County area. The Fort NOT Lost in the Woods Podcast is brought to you by TK's Pizza in St. Robert, The Bow and Barrel Sportsmen Center, Nexthome Team Ellis and Security Bank of Pulaski County. The Fort NOT Lost in the Woods Podcast is a production of O'Quinn Marketing. For more information on being a guest or sponsor, email tracy@oquinnmarketing.com.            

Millions of kids across the country are proud to be part of the Military BRAT Club. National Military BRAT Day is April 30, closing out the Month of the Military Child. We all have stories to tell, author Sarah Doran is sharing her military childhood with the world, well part of that childhood anyway, by writing books. Connect with Sarah here.

The podcast episode features interviews with my military kids discussing their lives, the impact of PCS moves, and tips for adjusting to new schools. Sophia, 11, expresses discomfort with constant relocations and prefers not to be primarily identified as a military kid, highlighting the emotional challenges of parental travel and moving.Savannah, 12, shares strategies for coping with her father's absences, the advantages of buddy aid programs for acclimating to new schools, and the significance of reassurance and preparation in alleviating the stresses of moving. The episode aims to provide insights from the perspective of military children and offer advice to parents on supporting their kids through transitions.00:00 Welcome to the Show: A Military Family's Journey01:05 Sophia's Perspective: Life as a Military Child06:34 Savannah's Insights: Navigating Military Life and Moves16:34 Navigating New Friendships and School as a Military Kid18:37 The Challenge of Adjusting to New Schools and Making Friends21:16 Advice for Parents: Supporting Your Military Kid Through Moves27:10 Exploring Programs and Resources for Military FamiliesRESOURCES:Anchored 4 Life:  https://anchored4life.comDaddy Doll Savannah mentioned:  https://hugahero.com/collections/hug-a-hero-dollshttps://view.flodesk.com/pages/63e17c34781752946ff2b424 https://www.organifishop.com/products/peak-power Support the showI so appreciate you listening to the show!If you wouldn't mind leaving a rating and review I would really appreciate it!!Check out The Ultimate Do It Yourself or DITY guide for FREE!Podcasting is a labor of love for sure! I would love your support! Subscribe to the show HERE! To get in touch with Alison with questions or potential topics or guests please email themilspousepodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG @themilspousepodcast And please check out our website! www.themilspousepodcast.com

April is the Month of the Military Child and my guest this week, Tiffany, is a troop leader on a military base in Western Ohio. We are talking all about her experience as a troop leader of a smaller troop, but also about the significance and impact that Girl Scouting can have for military kids in particular.

In this episode, I  share my recent activities, including a leadership course and a family vacation, and announces a temporary shift to a bi-weekly podcast schedule due to an upcoming PCS (Permanent Change of Station) move to Washington state. The main focus of the episode is on providing military parents with ten practical tips for maintaining consistency, establishing routines, and supporting their children through the challenges of deployments and frequent relocations. The tips range from establishing routines, open communication, creating familiar spaces, staying connected during deployments, involving children in planning, utilizing support networks, maintaining discipline, celebrating traditions, focusing on quality time, to practicing self-care. These strategies are aimed at helping military families navigate the complexities of military life while nurturing resilience, stability, and well-being in their children.https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63e17c34781752946ff2b424 https://www.organifishop.com/products/peak-power Support the showI so appreciate you listening to the show!If you wouldn't mind leaving a rating and review I would really appreciate it!!Check out The Ultimate Do It Yourself or DITY guide for FREE!Podcasting is a labor of love for sure! I would love your support! Subscribe to the show HERE! To get in touch with Alison with questions or potential topics or guests please email themilspousepodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG @themilspousepodcast And please check out our website! www.themilspousepodcast.com

Biden Proclaims Easter 'Trans Day of Visibility' and Bans Military Kids Religious Easter Egg Designs

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for Jan 9th         Publish Date:  Jan 8th         Commercial: Henssler :15   From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Tuesday, January 9th and Happy heavenly Birthday to Led Zepplin guitarist Jimmy Page. *** 01.09.24 – BIRTHDAY – JIMMY PAGE*** I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  Hillgrove High School Student Starts Charity for Military Kids 18 residents displaced in Smyrna apartment fire Acworth's Abbie Parks Honored with Prestigious Nancy Smith Maxwell Award for Historical Preservation Efforts All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!    BREAK: CU of GA    STORY 1: Hillgrove High School Student Starts Charity for Military Kids Leighanne Bryant, an 18-year-old high school senior from Hillgrove High School, founded Gold Star Kids Support Services, a nonprofit organization aimed at funding after-school activities for the children of Gold Star and military families. The organization, now an official tax-exempt nonprofit, has raised around $17,000, providing funds for various activities for military kids. Leighanne was recently named one of the winners at a "Shark Tank"-style competition held at Georgia Tech by the National Society of High School Scholars, securing $10,000. The organization was initially created for Gold Star children but has expanded to help other families in need. STORY 2: 18 residents displaced in Smyrna apartment fire A fire at MAA Spring Luxury Apartments in Smyrna displaced 18 residents on Thursday night. The fire started on a balcony around 10 p.m., but firefighters contained it to one side of the building, preventing it from spreading to adjacent apartments. Three companies and three engines responded to the incident, and there were no reported injuries among responders or residents. The cause of the fire remains undetermined, and the American Red Cross is assisting the displaced residents. 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As I continue to honor the military family, I want to highlight some really incredible people in my life. My own kids. Just a chance to talk about their journey through all the mess myself, that their father and Uncle Sam took them through. Noting how resilient and kind and funny they turned out to be despite the chaos. Don't forget to leave a comment, share, and follow us on social media. www.glassoldier.org https://www.instagram.com/glasssoldierorg/

Destiny Huff discusses the unique stressors that military-connected families with special needs children experience, and the importance of education and advocacy.  She shares resources and tools for educators, parents, mental and behavioral health professionals.   This podcast is made possible by generous funding from the Fort Wainwright Community Spouses' Club. To learn more, visit https://www.facebook.com/WainwrightCSC/.   Audio mixing by Concentus Media, Inc., Temple, Texas. Show Notes:   Bio: Destiny Huff, MS, LPC, CPCS is a neurodivergent military spouse of 9 years and mother of two boys. She runs a private practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapist (TF-CBT) in the Mental Health field. She also runs Destiny Huff Consulting and is a Special Education Parent Advocate and IEP Coach. Destiny is currently a Doctoral Candidate pursuing a Ph.D. in Psychology and is passionate about helping her mental health clients deal with everyday stressors and develop new coping skills. She is passionate about helping parents navigate special education and work together to identify solutions that can assist their children in feeling safe, preserving their mental health, and thriving in their school setting. She also works with schools to train staff on Mental Health, Autism, ADHD, and IEPs in the school setting.   Resources: Destiny Huff Consulting https://www.destinyhuffconsulting.com/ https://www.hrgcounseling.com/ Partners in PROMISE: https://thepromiseact.org/ Military One Source: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/special-needs/ Social Emotional Books for Military Kids: https://thepromiseact.org/social-emotional-books-for-military-kids/ Cleveland Clinic. Depression & Anxiety in Children. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/14938-depression-in-children https://www.divergentminds.org/ https://www.autisminblack.org/ https://www.additudemag.com/ https://neurodivergentinsights.com/ https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Resource_Centers/Anxiety_Disorder_Resource_Center/Home.aspx https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Resource_Centers/Depression_Resource_Center/Depression_Resource_Center.aspx

Dr. Becky Porter discusses the changing needs of military-connected children over the years, and how MCEC's mission to support them through education, advocacy, and collaboration has evolved over their 25-year history.   This podcast is made possible by generous funding from Maxwell Gunter Spouses' Club.  To learn more, visit https:  http://www.maxwellgunterspousesclub.com/.   Audio mixing by Concentus Media, Inc., Temple, Texas.   Show Notes: Learn more about MCEC's 25-year history on our website: https://www.militarychild.org/history     Bio: Dr. Becky Porter joined MCEC as the President and CEO in 2019 following her retirement from Active Duty service with the U.S. Army. Becky is a 1983 Distinguished Military Graduate from the University of Washington and holds a Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) in clinical psychology from Fielding Graduate University. She earned her Master of Arts in counseling psychology from Chapman University and a Master of Science in national security and strategic studies from the National War College. She also earned an executive certificate in nonprofit management from the Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy in 2020. She is a board-certified clinical health psychologist, a fellow of the American Psychological Association, and a member of the Order of Military Medical Merit. Her awards and recognition include: The Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society for Military Psychology, the Legion of Merit (3 awards), the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, and the Meritorious Service Medal (6 awards). Additionally, she also holds the Army Surgeon General's “A” Proficiency Designator as recognition of her significant contributions to the U.S. Army Medical Department. Becky's military career spanned more than 30 years, and she served in all three components of the U.S. Army with the Washington National Guard, the U.S. Army Reserves, and on Active Duty. She retired at the rank of colonel. She is a Veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom and former special assistant to the U.S. Army's 34th Chief of Staff, Gen. Eric Shinseki. Her assignments included: Germany; Tripler Army Medical Center, Hawaii; the Pentagon; the United States Military Academy; Walter Reed Army Medical Center; and the Joint Task Force National Capital Region Medical, Bethesda, MD. She commanded the Dunham U.S. Army Health Clinic, Carlisle, Pa.; the DiLorenzo TRICARE Health Clinic at the Pentagon; and Public Health Command Europe. Becky and her husband John, also a retired U.S. Army officer, live near Fort Cavazos, Texas   Resources: https://www.militarychild.org/

There are 15 million Americans that can claim to be Military Brats.  Many have moved multiple times during their childhood while parents served.  Brats Without Borders is a group that connects, explains and recognizes this unique group of American kids and how it impacts adulthood.  Donna Musil, writer/filmaker/lawyer/brat, talks to host Jim Fausone about the experience of growing up a military brat.  Musil's film  BRATS: Our Journey Home has been shown all over the world.

On this Best Of episode, we're bringing back some tips for making a move with a baby, all from experienced military spouses! Whether you're relocating stateside or embarking on an overseas adventure, moving with a baby as a military family can be quite a challenge. The logistics of travel, the emotional adjustments, and the added responsibilities of caring for a little one can make the process overwhelming. To help you navigate this exciting yet demanding journey, we've gathered tips from military spouses who've been through it! From flying with a baby to preparing mentally, my hope is that these insights will help you approach your move with confidence and grace. See this episode's complete show notes: https://bit.ly/MMEp103 Sponsors: Huggies 99% Pure Water Baby Wipes Introducing Huggies Wipes with 99% Pure Water!  These wipes are specially designed to provide the utmost care for your baby's delicate skin. With 99% purified water and gentle cleansers, they're safe for sensitive skin, hypoallergenic, and dermatologist tested. No harsh ingredients, just pure goodness. No parabens, alcohol, dyes, or elemental chlorine, AND they're accepted by the National Eczema Association. Visit the link for more info and to get an extra 15% off your first subscribe and save order! Discover the convenience, safety, and quality of Huggies Wipes with 99% Pure Water. Give your baby the gentle care they deserve. Get Huggies wipes and the discount here--->  https://amzn.to/3O0sskG HyperGo Wipes for Your Life Full-Body Rinse-Free Hypoallergenic Biodegradable Bathing Wipes—the ultimate solution for staying refreshed and clean anytime, anywhere. Perfect for post-workout, camping adventures, travel, and your daily life. They're designed to be gentle and safe for all skin types while being environmentally-friendly.  HyperGo Wipes are 12" x 12" unscented wipes that offer you a square foot of cleanliness and comfort. Their unique embossing technique ensures an ultra-soft and durable feel, making every clean-up a breeze. Subscribe and save and save 10% now and up to 15% on future deliveries.  Learn more about HyperGo Wipes here---> https://amzn.to/44ePv0z Mentioned in this episode:  Military Kids' Resources: https://jen-mcdonald.com/resources/military-kids-resources/ Cares Airplane Harness for Kids: https://amzn.to/448LCdE Connect: Jen's site: https://bit.ly/jenmcd Military spouse resources: https://bit.ly/MMPodresources  PCS move resources: https://bit.ly/MMPCS Jen's blog: https://bit.ly/MMPodblog  Digital downloads: https://bit.ly/MMPoddownloads  Books: https://bit.ly/MMPodbooks  ---- Socials: Follow on Instagram: https://bit.ly/MMPInsta  Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/MMPodFacebook  Follow on TikTok: https://bit.ly/MMPodTikTok  Follow on Twitter: https://bit.ly/MMPodTwitter  Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/MMPodYouTube Join the Christian Military Spouse Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/CMilspouseFB

Jamie and Spencer discuss a $20 AAFES gift card available for students of military parents with A level grades. Learn how to get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards from American Express and Chase in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. The Platinum Card® from American Express and the American Express® Gold Card waive the annual fee for military spouses and active duty military servicemembers, including Guard and Reserve on active orders over 30 days. The annual fees on all personal Amex and Chase cards are waived for military spouse dependents of active duty troops. If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual or email podcast@militarymoneymanual.com. If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon at or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. I also offer a 100% free course on military travel hacking and getting annual fee waived credit cards, like The Platinum Card® from American Express, the American Express® Gold Card, and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card in my Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3.

Today we are talking to all grown up military kid Chelsea. Chelsea grew up with both her mom and dad being active duty Army. Her mom transitioned out a few years after she was born, but her dad finished out a 20 year career.Chelsea shares that she absolutely loved being a military kid and it truly helped form her into the successful adult she is today. She does share some of the challenges she had as a military kid and how they creeped over into her adult life.Challenges with separation anxiety, OCD tendencies, compulsive need to be on time or early everywhere and how some of those have bled over into raising her own 4 daughters. Some of the things that Chelsea had through her military life that have helped in her adult life are acts of service. Volunteering with veteran or military groups helps to keep you grounded to the mission and her mom always told her when you give, you get back so much more. Letting our military kids know that we move a lot because of our lifestyle, but one day they will get to choose. And they can choose to stay in one spot for the rest of their life if they want, our lifestyle right now is temporary.Military kids don't get to choose their military lives, they are born into them. Giving them tools to help them cope and truly thrive as adults is what its all about!I so appreciate you listening to the show!If you wouldn't mind leaving a rating and review I would really appreciate it!!Check out The Ultimate Do It Yourself or DITY guide for FREE!Podcasting is a labor of love for sure! I would love your support! Subscribe to the show HERE! To get in touch with Alison with questions or potential topics or guests please email themilspousepodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG @themilspousepodcast And please check out our brand spanking new website! www.themilspousepodcast.com

Sign up for Christy's Saturday Morning Emails   Want to try a coaching call-- sign up for a free 30-minute call: https://calendly.com/christythomas/exploratory-call-free   Check out Christy's List of Military Kid Resources: https://christythomascoaching.com/military   You are exactly the right mom for your kids.  I am so glad to know you.    335. Partners in Promise// Military Kids and Special Education https://thepromiseact.org/   Partners in PROMISE is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the rights of military children in special education and the military's Exceptional Family Member Program.   Jennifer Barnhill is the Chief Operating Officer and Lead Researcher for Partners in PROMISE. In addition to her role at Partners in PROMISE, Jennifer is a freelance reporter and researcher who writes a monthly column covering military family policy issues for military.com.   Michelle Norman is the founder and Executive Director for PIP. She is a Navy spouse of over 25 years and mother of a 18-year-old daughter with cerebral palsy and many other medical diagnoses. After years of successfully advocating and winning multiple legal cases to ensure her daughter receives the minimum education required by law, Michelle observed that military children with special needs and their families were in need of an advocate. She founded PIP along with four other military mothers to help close this gap. https://thepromiseact.org/     Self-Care:  Michelle suggests taking respite care if it's available to you.  Go to Target in your PJs and wander the aisles.  Go on date nights.  Take time for yourself.  Jennifer suggests taking time away from your spouse for things you love.  She also uses habit stacking to build routines that fill her cup all day long.    Family Fun:  Michelle's family loves watching TV shows together, eating dinner most nights, and taking family vacations.  Jeniffer's family enjoys cheering on each other in baseball and softball games.  Go team!     Find me on Instagram:  Happiest Mom You Know (@everyday_runner_christy) • Instagram photos and videos Don't forget to leave a rating or review. Email me Play4life.Christy@gmail.com   

Today I'm taking you through the book Seasons of my Military Student. We talk about the Military Interstate Compact and what it means for your military kid as you move states and schools.  We talk about the importance of having an education binder for your kids. What should be in it and do I really need it? Spoiler alert....YES!  How can we advocate for our military kids when we get to a new school?  Who to talk to and what information is important to share?  Moving is hard. Especially as our kids get older and social interactions get harder. Having some tools to help set up our kids for success is incredibly important!   Here are some of the resources we talked about in the show:  Seasons of my Military Student BOOK Understanding the Military Interstate Compact HERE If you are wanting to build an education binder, check out List and File HERE (mil spouse owned!)I so appreciate you listening to the show!If you wouldn't mind leaving a rating and review I would really appreciate it!!Check out The Ultimate Do It Yourself or DITY guide for FREE!Podcasting is a labor of love for sure! I would love your support! Subscribe to the show HERE! To get in touch with Alison with questions or potential topics or guests please email themilspousepodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG @themilspousepodcast And please check out our brand spanking new website! www.themilspousepodcast.com

April is month of the military child, so we are celebrating! In this episode we recognize and give some fun facts about military kids and even interview our military kid! https://www.military.com/spouse/5-unique-facts-about-military-children-and-their-families.html

Our Home Base Staff Pick this week is "The Service of Sesame Street – Featuring Rocio Galarza." You'll first hear from Home Base's Family Outreach Coordinator, military spouse and military daughter Betsy Hart. Betsy was in this original episode in April 2021, and talked about the time when her kids were really little, how Sesame Workshop for Military Families was a saving grace for them and for the whole family during all their deployments and transitions. Rocio Galarza is Vice President of US Social Impact at Sesame Workshop, and she and Dr. Ron talk about Sesame's partnerships with the military community, DoD, and content experts, and how they create the energy behind those beloved "service-monsters" and their own military families. Thank you, Betsy Hart, and to your whole family for the service you've provided for many years and that continue to provide for the patients and families at Home Base. Thank you to Rocio Galarza our guest and Brit Edwards, at Sesame Steet for Military Families.Many thanks to Chuck Clough - editing and interviewing for Home Base Staff Picks, Justin Scheinert - photos and socials, Army Veteran Kelly Field – Communications, Steve Monaco Marketing, and Phebe Garver, coordination and consultation. We will connect back in 2 weeks for more Home Base Staff Picks, remember this is Military Appreciation Month, thank you all who have served and all the families who serve with you. We are back with new conversations and stories in April, so please subscribe or follow, tell a friend about us. For more about the military family programs and team, and all things Home Base please go to www.homebase.org_____If you are your loved one is experiencing any emotional, mental health struggles, you are not alone and please contact Home Base at (617) 724-5202, or visit www.homebase.org.Theme music for Home Base Nation: "Rolling the tree" by The Butler FrogsFollow Home Base on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedInThe Home Base Nation Team is Steve Monaco, Army Veteran Kelly Field, Phebe Garver, Justin Scheinert, Chuck Clough, with COO Michael Allard, Brigadier General Jack Hammond, and Peter Smyth.Producer and Host: Dr. Ron HirschbergAssistant Producer, Editor and corresponded (Home Base Staff Picks): Chuck CloughChairman, Home Base Media Lab: Peter SmythTo Donate to Home Base where every dollar goes to the care of veterans and military families that is cost to them, go to: www.homebase.org/donate.Home Base Nation is the official podcast of Home Base Program for Veterans and Military Families, a partnership of the Massachusetts General Hospital and the Red Sox Foundation. To learn more and connect with us at Home Base Nation: www.homebase.org/podcastThe views expressed by guests to the Home Base Nation podcast are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by guests are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the view of the Massachusetts General Hospital, Home Base, the Red Sox Foundation or any of its officials. 

Description: The organization, Our Military Kids, shares how they recognize the sacrifice of children of deployed National Guard, Reserve, and post-9/11 combat-injured service members with extracurricular activity grants.  This program is powered in part by Wounded Warrior Project® to honor and empower post-9/11 injured service members, veterans, and their families”. Show Notes: Website: https://www.ourmilitarykids.org/ Grant Application: https://www.ourmilitarykids.org/apply/ Contest: https://www.ourmilitarykids.org/contest/   Bio: Kara Dallman- Executive. Director  A retired Navy Veteran and military spouse of 20 years, Kara Dallman joined Our Military Kids as Executive Director in June of 2020. She has 16 years of experience in the military nonprofit space with a proven track record of collaboration with investors, thought leaders, and other nonprofits. Highly driven and entrepreneurial, Kara has led Our Military Kids toward 67% favorable program growth by designing and directing strategies that enhance organizational operations, optimizing fundraising, and maintaining sound financial practices. In her military career, Kara was an Integrated Undersea Surveillance System (IUSS) officer leading shore-based teams to conduct anti-submarine warfare and strategically integrate with air and surface assets in real time. After 12 years on active duty, she transitioned to the Navy Reserve and was mobilized a month after 9/11 leaving her young military children behind which makes the mission of Our Military Kids very close to her heart. She retired from the Reserve in 2008 as a Commander. Kara has a BS from the College of the Holy Cross where she was commissioned through Navy ROTC, an MBA from San Diego State University's Fowler College of Business, a Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate from Georgetown's McCourt School of Public Policy and was a member of the first DEI cohort conducted by Compass, a nonprofit with a mission to inspire business professionals to engage with their local nonprofits to transform communities. In 2013, Kara was awarded the prestigious Sanctae Crucis Award by the College of the Holy Cross. Michelle Tran is the Program and Operations Manager for Our Military Kids. She works closely with families and Veterans within OMK's Combat-Injured Program. Tran holds a BS in Hospitality and Tourism Management from Virginia Tech and has worked on the Our Military Kids program team for the past 13 years. Michelle “Chelly” Criqui is the Marketing and Communications Manager for Our Military Kids. A military kid herself, Criqui received an Our Military Kids grant to row on her high school's crew team while her father was deployed overseas with the Army National Guard. Chelly graduated from James Madison University with a Bachelor of Arts in English and Creative Writing. She began volunteering with Our Military Kids in early 2018 and officially joined OMK's communications team that same year.    

Trevor Romain, best-selling author, Co-Founder of The Comfort Crew for Military Kids, and President of The Trevor Romain Company, talks about helping kids worldwide.

For more than 30 years, Trevor Romain has been entertaining, educating, and inspiring both children and adults with his best-selling books, award-winning animation series, as a keynote speaker, and an incredible storyteller. Being South African born and American by choice, Trevor has written over 50 books that have sold more than a million copies worldwide and published in 24 different languages. Thousands of educators have used Trevor's materials to help kids that are facing some difficult situations such as bullying, divorce, deployment, grief/trauma, homework to name a few. As the Washington Post has said, “His rapport with kids is a stunning thing to watch.” He has traveled to schools, hospitals, orphanages, refugee camps, and military bases worldwide, delivering his unique heartfelt self-messages of resilience, compassion and the ability for kids to safely express themselves.Through Trevor's humanitarian efforts, he has spent years working with terminally ill children, having served on the board of The American Childhood Cancer Organization and worked closely with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, UNICEF, The Boys and Girls Club, and the USO. He also developed educational materials for the United Nations for children living in armed-conflict areas. He visited and worked with former child soldiers in the Congo, Burundi, Rwanda, and Uganda. Since 2007, Trevor is also the co-founder of 501(c)(3) national non-profit the Comfort Crew for Military Kids and serves as President of the Trevor Romain Company.He has spoken to over 1 million kids in 16 countries on his popular With You All the Way! Tour, helping children deal with the problems they face on a daily basis, including the deployment of a parent, wounded parents of visible and invisible injuries, and coping with the loss of a loved one. Trevor has also served as a keynote speaker at numerous conferences and summits including: National Child Traumatic Stress Network Conference, Innovative Counseling Strategies Conference, Innovative Schools Summit, Wounded Warrior Conference, and most recently ACM SIGGRAPH's Virtual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Summit.In his spare time, Trevor enjoys working out, writing, illustrating, and podcasting with a nice cup of tea. However, he will always be committed to work with kids and adults to become happier, healthier and more confident. Get your free ebook and essays at DannysEssays.com DannysEssays.compodcast@sketchbookskool.com Subscribe to Danny's weekly Essay at dannysessays.com. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube: https://skool.tiny.us/podvideos And learn more at sketchbookskool.com

Renaye Thornborrow discusses how to help build confidence and self-esteem in young children living in military families.

This podcast will focus on common stressors that military families—and, in particular, military kids, must cope with because they are in military families. From frequent moving to deployment, injuries and even death of a loved one, military kids must endure a great deal of anxiety and change. How can we talk to military kids about their fears, concerns and feelings? Dr. Julie Kinn, who works with the Department of Defense and the Defense Health Agency, discusses what our military kids need in terms of support as well as how technology can help them feel like they are part of a community that can provide what they need through the uncertain times. The post How to Talk to Military Kids about Common Stressors and Concerns with Dr. Julie Kinn Rerelease appeared first on drrobynsilverman.com.

Special guest: Dr. Julie Kinn.Military families face many unique challenges- from long family separations and shifted responsibilities in the household to frequent moving, injuries and sadly, sometimes, grief and loss. That means that being a child in a military family means a great deal of adjustment to frequent change as well as a host of undulating emotions that come from deployment, reunions, the unknowns and the new normal. How do we talk to military kids about the unique challenges that they face? And how do we answer the questions from kids who are not military families about how to support and understand their military friends who may not always be on sure footing. Dr. Julie Kinn is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience researching and implementing health technology. At the Department of Defense and the Defense Health Agency, Kinn oversees the development and implementation of health technology for the military and veteran communities. She also initiated the Military Health Podcast program and produces/hosts three Department of defense OD podcasts: "A Better Night's Sleep", "The Military Meditation Coach", and "Next Generation Behavioral Health". Dr. Kinn, through the Department Of Defense, is responsible for two mobile apps with Sesame Street-- Sesame Street's Big Moving Adventure and Breathe, Think, Do.  Big Moving Adventure was made to help kids cope with moving in the general sense, but was made specifically to help the children of military families who have to move constantly. Dr. Kinn's overall mission is to promote behavioral health for veterans and their families which includes promoting behavioral health in their communities as well.  The post How to Talk to Military Kids about Common Stressors and Concerns with Dr. Julie Kinn Rerelease appeared first on drrobynsilverman.com.

This podcast will focus on common stressors that military families—and, in particular, military kids, must cope with because they are in military families. From frequent moving to deployment, injuries and even death of a loved one, military kids must endure a great deal of anxiety and change. How can we talk to military kids about their fears, concerns and feelings? Dr. Julie Kinn, who works with the Department of Defense and the Defense Health Agency, discusses what our military kids need in terms of support as well as how technology can help them feel like they are part of a community that can provide what they need through the uncertain times. The post How to Talk to Military Kids about Common Stressors and Concerns with Dr. Julie Kinn Rerelease appeared first on drrobynsilverman.com.

Special guest: Dr. Julie Kinn.Military families face many unique challenges- from long family separations and shifted responsibilities in the household to frequent moving, injuries and sadly, sometimes, grief and loss. That means that being a child in a military family means a great deal of adjustment to frequent change as well as a host of undulating emotions that come from deployment, reunions, the unknowns and the new normal. How do we talk to military kids about the unique challenges that they face? And how do we answer the questions from kids who are not military families about how to support and understand their military friends who may not always be on sure footing. Dr. Julie Kinn is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience researching and implementing health technology. At the Department of Defense and the Defense Health Agency, Kinn oversees the development and implementation of health technology for the military and veteran communities. She also initiated the Military Health Podcast program and produces/hosts three Department of defense OD podcasts: "A Better Night's Sleep", "The Military Meditation Coach", and "Next Generation Behavioral Health". Dr. Kinn, through the Department Of Defense, is responsible for two mobile apps with Sesame Street-- Sesame Street's Big Moving Adventure and Breathe, Think, Do.  Big Moving Adventure was made to help kids cope with moving in the general sense, but was made specifically to help the children of military families who have to move constantly. Dr. Kinn's overall mission is to promote behavioral health for veterans and their families which includes promoting behavioral health in their communities as well.  The post How to Talk to Military Kids about Common Stressors and Concerns with Dr. Julie Kinn Rerelease appeared first on drrobynsilverman.com.

Annie and Nicole from My First Nest Egg join Jamie and Spencer today to talk about how military families can use apps to help teach their kids the core financial concepts of spending less than you earn, compounding interest, and generously sharing your resources with those around you. Learn more at https://www.myfirstnestegg.com/ or in the Apple or Google store on your phone or tablet. Spencer offers a 100% free course on military travel hacking and getting military annual fee waived credit cards for active duty, guard, reserve, and military spouses. The Platinum Card® from American Express, the American Express® Gold Card, and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card are all fee waived. Learn how to get yours in my Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon at or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual or email podcast@militarymoneymanual.com.

In preparation for Veterans Day, we are honored and excited to chat with Christy Brown and Becca Garrison of the National Military Family Association all about Operation Purple Camps. Tune in to learn about their efforts to provide summer camp experiences for military kids and families, as well as how you and your camp can get involved!  Thank you to our sponsor, ACTIVE Network. Show notes: National Military Family Association Operation Purple Camp Host an Operation Purple Camp Follow ACA @acacamps!

Jamar [Jai] Salters is an active duty United States Naval Officer who has been serving his country for the last 17 years. Even with a high-intensity career, including multiple relocations and deployments to war zones, as well as his duties as a family man, having a wife and two beautiful daughters, he manages to give every extra second of his time to give back to those in need.One can describe Jai as the epitome of a true American hero and humanitarian. His super- hero status is amplified as he squeezes more time in by only sleeping five hours a day to give his time, expertise, and knowledge to help individuals reach their God-given potential. Jai had dedicated years to towards helping he is the recipient of the Spirit of Bob Hope award for his selfless devotion, dedication, and commitment to assisting civilians and service members in reaching their educational and professional goals; to include volunteer his time to give back to local communities.Jai's capacity to give back is widespread. Jai gives back in multiple ways. One being through his volunteer-led organization, Act Now Education which provides free, comprehensive educational and career opportunities for any active duty military, veterans, military spouses, and their children. His goal is to connect people with a job they will love and have the ultimate success. Many transitioning active-duty military truly struggle with transitioning into civilian life. And even after they transitioned [for some time], many still struggle to feel like they are operating to their fullest potential.The value Jai provides the Act Now Education members is unmatched due to the plethora of quality resources and direct connection to industry leaders such as Amazon, Netflix, the U.S. Government, etc., in areas of business, technology, logistics, human resources, and more.https://www.actnoweducation.comSupport the show

Adam Carter and Jordana Green ask if Minnesota should legalize marijuana, and Adam is joined by Afghanistan Vet 1st Lt Will Hermanson.

Looking for some unique ideas to incorporate into your summer PCS travel? Host Heather Campbell is rounding up some amazing ideas to keep your family engaged during your big move!   Do you have an upcoming move?! Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/ !   MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Caliber Home Loans. To take advantage of today's mortgage rates, check out https://www.caliberhomeloans.com/.

I recorded this little mini episode last summer before I started the podcast, maybe is was foreshadowing of things to come?!Anyhoo, just a quick story about embracing the suck and looking for the small wins. Enjoy!I so appreciate you listening to the show!If you wouldn't mind leaving a rating and review I would really appreciate it!!To get in touch with Alison with questions or potential topics or guests please emailthemilspousepodcast@gmail.comFollow us on IG @themilspousepodcastAnd please check out our brand spanking new website! www.themilspousepodcast.com

Hello and welcome to Jess's first ever SOLO EPISODE! I am going to read your emails, talk about them, and ponder all of life's questions. Join me! Email us at onlyyoupod@gmail.com to tell your story or ask questions of the community, and find us on Instagram or Facebook to be a part of the conversation. You can now support us on Patreon! We recently shifted that space to create a community of parents who can meet up and participate in events. All patrons at the $5 level or above can join us for two monthly mental health support groups via Zoom. Another great way to support us is to support the crowdfunding campaign for Jess's new book series all about an only child, Ruby June! Also remember to please leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts.

Kim Pease has been married to her active duty Air Force husband for the last 13 years. They have 4 kids and are currently stationed at Joint Base Elemendorf Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska. They have PCS'd 4 times and have lived in Wy, Fl, TX, and AK. Kim and her husband wrote a childrens book called, “It's Time To Say Goodbye”. In this playful and poetic story, a boy who personifies the 1.6 million children of U.S. military service members around the world, is given the news by his mom that he and his family will soon PCS. He reminisces about his time in the neighborhood, the bonds he built and how much he has grown in the few years he has lived there. Though he will miss all of his wonderful adventures, he knows that he has plenty to look forward to when he arrives at his new home. You can buy Kim's book on amazon HERE! You can also follow their Instagram at Movingmilitarykids. If you have any tips your family uses to make PCSing easier please find the post for todays episode on my Instagram at MilitaryWivesTopFives   and leave it in the comments. See you all next week with a new episode! 

As a military family, one of my biggest fears is how our crazy, chaotic, unpredictable lifestyle affects our kids.On today's show, I am talking to Meaghan Sniegowski, a military kid, all grown up.Meaghan was born into the military and travelled all over the country with her family while her Dad pursued his career as a Navy pilot, having just retired last year. We talk about what she remembers from growing up military. Challenges she remembers and the benefits of being raised in the military. And how her upbringing has formed her into the person she is today.It was a fascinating conversation and honestly it made me feel a whole lot better about how our lifestyle affects our kids! I so appreciate you listening to the show!If you wouldn't mind leaving a rating and review I would really appreciate it!!To get in touch with Alison with questions or potential topics or guests please emailthemilspousepodcast@gmail.comIf you are looking for even more connection join our Facebook group!https://www.facebook.com/groups/847658452565001

This Episode Is All About Military Children!!! Military Children are so special and that's why we all celebrate them during the month of April. Today we have Shermaine the author of I Move a Lot and That's Ok- Axel's Story. Find out what her book is about and what inspired her to write it. Not only that, we dive into what military life is like for the littlest troops of the family. So, come join Us… And be sure to Purple Up for Military Kids!! ( wine counts ) To find Shermaine's book check out: https://www.amazon.com/I-Move-Lot-Thats-Okay/dp/1953518052 Be sure to follow her on Instagram @amazinglyshermaine https://linktr.ee/amazinglyshermaine Follow us on IG @offdutyhappyhour Get the Full Clean Experience Grab Yours Today ⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/Full-Clean-Soothing-Sanitizer-Natural/dp/B095RNS2MT/ref=sr_1_2?m=AFJ4OPLZY7XMY&marketplaceID=ATVPDKIKX0DER&qid=1645539255&s=merchant-items&sr=1-2&fbclid=IwAR0La4XcGtKkNOitWcLH69Egx7LqzO_2rfT46SMcqmpv8hXLfLT13zWY1ks Get 25% off one 12 pack of Full Clean Hand Sanitizer, 2 oz. - Use Code MMSSAVE25

Military families whose kids need special education services are going months without help after moving to a new duty station. A new study shows the barriers many families face when seeking help — and offers some recommendations for success.Read the Partners in PROMISE report. Learn more about the Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

THE SHAMMYS HAVE ARRIVED! Shanon and Jonny host the best awards show in Military Kids podcasting by acknowleding the best of The Shanon Show in 2021. 2:32 Best Content Creator, Eric Ganci joins the show 6:47 Best Group Episode 12:41 200th Subscriber, Ryan Hamel joins the show 17:24 Banned from the Podcast Award 25:48 Most Viewed Episode 27:08 Kai Grubbs joins the show 34:30 Shan of the Year 35:44 Carolina Rivera joins the show 37:14 Guest of the Year Instagram Tournament Winner 41:40 Pet of the Year, Linda joins the show 43:40 Brett Brown joins the show 49:22 Best Bootcamp Episode 50:16 Dawg of the Year 51:50 Gent of the Year 52:38 BEST EPISODE #theshammyawards #theshanonshow #militarykidspodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theshanonshow/support

On her final day in New Zealand hotel-quarantine-prison, Kena RETURNS to the podcast to share her thoughts on the New Zealander reaction to her previous appearance, military brat relationships, and what her freshman year of college entailed. Stay tuned for a Preposterous Predicament. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theshanonshow/support

April is designated as Month of the Military Child, a time to honor the sacrifices made by military families worldwide, with an emphasis on the experience of children in those families. This life of uncertainty can lead to a variety of mental health problems when kids are young and as they get older. But, research also shows that military kids are amongst the most resilient humans on the planet. On today's episode I talk about the unique situation and sacrifice military families/kids endure, offer my take on establishing a constant in the unknown, and my thanks for their sacrifice. Read more: https://www.dodea.edu/dodeaCelebrates/Military-Child-Month.cfm

Carolina returns to the show to share how you can elevate your college applications as a military child along with general advice for the application process. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theshanonshow/support