Air Force Ditches Medical Waiver for Some Pregnant Airmen Who Want to Fly Longer
The new policy removes some flight restrictions on drone pilots, among others.
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Former SecNav Applauds Marine Commandant's Call for 1-Year Maternity Leave
Ray Mabus, who served as Navy secretary from 2009 to 2017, said a revamped military parental-leave policy is long overdue.
Bill Would Allow Troops to Freeze Eggs or Sperm, Delay Postpartum Deployments
The House’s fiscal 2020 National Defense Authorization Act would institute a number of measures to support active-duty family...
Birth Control Policies at Boot Camp Affect Military Readiness, Study Finds
A look at childbirth in the first two years of enlistment shows broader education and access can reduce births.
7 Reasons to Talk About Feelings With Your Military Kid
Parenting is a tough job. How can you make it a little easier while strengthening the bond with your awesome military kid?
My Husband Is Deployed and the Kids Have Gone Wild
A spouse whose husband is away says she has lost control of her children and doesn't know what to do.
How to Find a Military Daycare
Given the waitlists for getting into on-base Child Development Centers, military parents often have to search for other optio...
What to Do About a 'Dirtbag' Stepson?
A mom despairs of her stepson, who she says mooches off people, can't hold a job because he's unreliable, steals and lies.
Become a Better Parent, Earn Gift Cards: Join This Study
This study is looking for Army parents at two specific bases.
These Books Can Help Military Parents Talk About 9/11
How do you address September 11 with your kids? Through reading, of course! These books can help.
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After Almost 5 Years, Army's 101st Airborne Will Return to Full Air Assault Power
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