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April 15, 2024

Military Kids Share Their Experiences and Tips for PCS Moves and School Adjustments

Military Kids Share Their Experiences and Tips for PCS Moves and School Adjustments

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 Journey

01:05 Sophia's Perspective: Life as a Military Child

06:34 Savannah's Insights: Navigating Military Life and Moves

16:34 Navigating New Friendships and School as a Military Kid

18:37 The Challenge of Adjusting to New Schools and Making Friends

21:16 Advice for Parents: Supporting Your Military Kid Through Moves

27:10 Exploring Programs and Resources for Military Families

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Transcript

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 Journey

01:05 Sophia's Perspective: Life as a Military Child

06:34 Savannah's Insights: Navigating Military Life and Moves

16:34 Navigating New Friendships and School as a Military Kid

18:37 The Challenge of Adjusting to New Schools and Making Friends

21:16 Advice for Parents: Supporting Your Military Kid Through Moves

27:10 Exploring Programs and Resources for Military Families