MilSpouse House

We all have those memories as military spouses that we will never forget.

Whether it's the first time we went on base, the first call that he's coming home, or the realization our spouse is willing to make the ultimate sacrifice for their country–these memories will forever be imprinted in our brains.

Join us as we share our core memories as military spouses and see what memories spark for you!

Today we celebrate Memorial Day. A day of reflection and gratitude for those heroes who gave their lives for our freedom. We dedicate this episode to those Americans who never made it home–as well as those who did make it home but are no longer with us.

This is a very special episode for both of us and we thank you for listening.

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Divorce is never a fun topic and getting divorced in the military can seem scary. We are here today to give you the facts. Whether your spouse is still in the military or a retired veteran... what are your rights as the military (ex)spouse?

Do you get to keep your military ID if you are separated?
What about BAH?
Are you allowed to get divorced if your spouse is deployed?
Are you entitled to their pension?
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We all know the statistics. We hear horror stories, but how do we nurture our military marriages? What steps do we take to bring love back into our relationships? How do we journey through the hard times together without growing apart?

Too often we hear from military couples who want to stay together but aren't sure how to get started on the path of forgiveness and understanding.

Join us today as we share wi...

Today we talk about the top 5 things to do before your spouse gets out of the military! Whether your spouse has served 4 years, 14 years, or 24 years... this episode is a MUST LISTEN TO episode for every milspouse! 

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We dedicate this episode to all military mothers who may be listening–but especially the mothers of children serving in the U.S. Military.   

Today, Molly shares a question and answer segment with a mother who has more than one child serving in the U.S Military. She shares her initial reaction as her first child answered his call to serve, how that reaction differed from her second, and the advice she has for other mothers...

Military spouses are an essential part of our military's success. We provide support and stability to our service members, veterans, and our families during times that can be very challenging.

Here at MilSpouse House, we want to recognize YOU and thank you for everything you do!

So join us as we share our thoughts on Military Spouse Appreciation Day (May 6th) and our ideas on how to celebrate! 
 
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The death of a loved one is always a difficult time, and the loss of a veteran or active duty service member can be especially hard to cope with. In addition to the emotional toll, surviving family members may also face financial challenges. Fortunately, the Department of Veterans Affairs provides survivor benefits to help dependents of deceased veterans and we want to share those benefits with you in today’s episode. 
 
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After years of service, it is finally time to leave the military. As a veteran, your spouse is entitled to certain benefits, but did you know some states are more veteran-friendly than others?

In today's episode, we discuss the top 5 states for veteran benefits! Knowing these benefits could make all the difference when deciding where to settle down next! Is your state on this list?

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If you're a military spouse, or even if you're just a parent who has to work from home sometimes, you know that it can be challenging to balance work with home life. Juggling kids, housework, and trying to get work done can feel impossible at times! But don't worry–we've got some tips for how to make working from home a little bit easier. Keep listening for our best advice!

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This month we celebrate the military children of America. To honor them, Kayla Lyon came back to talk about what they face as well as tips for parents in deployment time or when things change suddenly with little ones at home! She also explains how resilience can be found inside every child of those who has served this country.

Kayla Lyon is a veteran, military wife, mother, and certified life coach! She helps military sp...

Pulling yourself out of the darkness is not easy. It takes a lot of time, commitment, and effort to turn your life around. And that's why it can be so easy to give up on yourself.

You don't have to be lost in the dark.

There are many things you can do to pull yourself out and these tips will help!

Is your spouse struggling to win their VA disability claim? Help your service member and check ou...

We owe so much to the brave men and women who have served our country, but what about their four-legged counterparts? K9s are often found in law enforcement, military or search and rescue. This episode is for all our K9 Veterans out there who served so selflessly and bravely.

It's also important to remember the role pets play in our lives as military families. For most of us, our pets help us through deployments...

If you're married to a veteran or active duty service member, then you know that they deserve all the benefits they can get. But understanding VA benefits can be difficult - especially when it comes to your spouse. Today we share with you our TOP TIP for making sure their needs are met.

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Milspouses are feeling uncertain and stressed about the current state of affairs.

We want to check in with you and see how you're doing. We know that it's hard right now, but we want to be here for each other.

You are not alone.

Let us be your battle buddy as we navigate through these uncertain times together. We will check in with each other every week on how we’re doing and what we can do be...

Molly understands the difficulties in transitioning out of military life and helping her husband adjust. In this episode, she shares their experience with him making that transition- including tips for how you can be there as a spouse or family member!

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We talk with Virginia, author of "The Soldier's Guide To PTSD", a combat veteran, military spouse ,and Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor specializing in Military Issues and Combat-Related Trauma. 

Being honest is a really tough thing to do, but it's necessary. In this episode, Virginia helps us navigate conversations and set realistic expectations when you are being vulner...

Have you ever wanted to work from home but thought it was too difficult or unrealistic? Numerous people desire the flexibility and peace of mind that comes with working in your pajamas, but few actually take advantage. Why? It's simple: because they don't know how! Join Molly and Erin as these two work-from home milspouses share their secrets on creating a life where no matter what time zone, weather condition or pandemic...

Are you a new military spouse? Is your service member about to leave the military? Are you curious about what it's like to be a military spouse? 

This episode is for you! We answer three of the questions that you submitted on our Instagram! We love to share our knowledge with other military spouses who might be wondering the same things as us. Listen till the end to get incredible advice for when your service member returns bac...