Tag: parenting
The One Thing I Will Not Skimp Or Try To Save...
by Julie Capouch, Guest Contributor
I am a cheap person. While the term “cheap” may have negative connotations for most, I accept the label and wear...
Having A Baby In Japan Wasn’t As Daunting As I Imagined
by Heather Walsh, Guest Contributor
My phone vibrates on desk. I pick it up.
“Hey babe…”
I internally grumble…this can’t be good…
“We have orders…” he says with...
Navigating The Military Child Care Challenge
by Christine Maxwell, Guest Contributor
For military spouses seeking employment outside the home, it’s the proverbial question.
Do you find a job and then find child...
Why You Need to Explore National Parks
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Grand Canyon. Zion. Bryce Canyon.
These 3 national...
Motrin And Waiting Doesn’t Work For Our EFMP Families
by Jana Wanner, Guest Contributor
You’re sitting in a hospital room, with a newborn baby and your 7-year-old baby. You are in a foreign country,...
Episode 54: Then We PCSed
Educator Meg Flanagan comes to the Happy Hour to talk about her new book, "Talk to the Teacher," all about how to be the...
“I Love Being Able To Shed Light On The K-12 Education...
NextGen MilSpouse is going beyond traditional career tips and tricks for military spouses! We are sharing the real stories of working military spouses (just...
What Am I Even Doing?
by Maggie Phillips, Guest Contributor
Today I had the stunning realization that as of November 2016, I have spent just slightly more time out of the...
7 Ways To Advocate For Your Child Without Annoying His Teacher
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Why Raising My Child In My Military Spouse Village Is Awesome
Perfect timing, stomach bug.
Not only had we just moved OCONUS, but I was laid low with something nasty while my 2 year old ran...