Parenting & Children

Wouldn’t it be great if children came with instructions? As a military parent, you have the next best thing to parenting instructions – a wealth of parenting resources, benefits and programs. Military OneSource is by your side through the journey of parenthood – through the early years and tricky teen years. Whether it’s finding quality child care, learning about adoption, helping your kids excel in school or connecting to resources, Military OneSource is here for you.

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UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS

Parenting Infants and Toddlers – The Essentials

Parenting Youth and Teens – The Essentials

Child Care – The Essentials

Adoption – The Essentials

Parenting Through Deployment – The Essentials

LATEST CONTENT

Military OneSource to Host Relationship Wellness Summit

Oct. 18, 2021, 4:24 p.m. 3 minute read 654 views

The Department of Defense’s inaugural Relationship Wellness Summit is Nov. 16 and 17, 2021. Learn about and register for this virtual event focusing on strengthening connections, rekindling your bond and building relationship skills.

How to Identify and Address Bullying Behavior

Oct. 5, 2021, 6:19 p.m. 9 minute read 29,731 views

Bullying can inflict physical, psychological, social and educational harm on targeted individuals. Learn how to identify bullying behavior in youth and what parents can do to address and stop bullying.

How to Help a Child Who Is Being Bullied

Oct. 1, 2021, 5:21 a.m. 8 minute read 284 views

According to the National Center for Educational Statistics, one in five students ages 12-18 experience bullying, which can be verbal, physical or electronic. Learn the signs and how you can help a child being bullied.

See What’s New With the Exceptional Family Member Program

Sept. 15, 2021, 8:57 a.m. 3 minute read 5,692 views

Learn more about the EFMP & Me tool and other program highlights to improve the experience for military families with special needs.

Ways to Support Your Children in School

Aug. 16, 2021, 8:05 a.m. 3 minute read 35,890 views

As the guardian of your family, you want to both protect your children and help them be their best. Helping them to learn and grow is a big way to achieve both goals.

Parenting & Children

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