Family

My Personal Experience with Post-Partum Depression

My first daughter was born in October of 2011. My husband left for an 8-month deployment in January of 2012.… Read More

The Promise: A Short Story from a Boy Who Lost His Dad

The closet door creaked. Matt jerked his head off the pillow. Sitting upright, he stared at the door, his tormentor.… Read More

Bringing Military Families Together One Book at a Time

**By: Justin Gregorius Being a part of the U.S. military is one of the most difficult things a person can… Read More

Fast and Healthy Meal Tricks from a Mom of Five Boys

Looking great starts with feeling great. Taking care of yourself is important – but where do you start?  Visit MerckEngage for… Read More

Military Moms: Like Mother, Like Daughter

I am standing outside Quantico Marine Corps Base when the helicopters buzz overhead like hungry vultures circling their intended prey:… Read More

6 Things I’ll Miss About “Back-to-School” Season

Dear Moms of School-Aged Children: the relentless summer sun, smothering humidity, and cries of “Mom, I’m booorrrred!” will soon give… Read More

The Ticket to Finding Support for Military Families

By: Veteran Tickets Foundation Building family memories by attending a sporting event or concert is an important step on the… Read More

10 Parenting Tips to Avoid Kid Chaos During Deployment

Article by By Heidi Smith Luedtke, Air Force Spouse Life as a milspouse and parent can be overwhelming. At 8… Read More

The Do’s and Don’ts of Visiting Home This Summer

Traveling home this summer? I'm sure you're experiencing feelings of excitement and anticipation- maybe even anxiousness. Check out my recommended… Read More

Helping My Military Child Say Goodbye

Ever have those moments in life where you are certain you are failing as a parent? I certainly hope that… Read More