The military and Defense Department have options for domestic abuse victims to look out for their pets’ safety along with their own.

As a service member, you can benefit from some planning and organization when you leave your child with a caregiver during deployment. The more information everyone has, the better.

One way military parents can keep their infants safe — and guard against sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS — is to arrange a safe sleep place before bringing their baby home.

The Military Parent Resource Center offers tools, tips and tactics to help keep children and families healthy, safe and strong.

This online resource offers helpful information about sexual behavior and development in children and youth.

If you have ever had an intimate experience with your partner that made you feel uncomfortable, afraid or that happened to you without your consent, you are not alone. The Department of Defense cares about the safety and well-being of everyone in the military community.

No one ever deserves to be abused. Anyone can be a victim of domestic abuse — a friend, relative, neighbor or co-worker. Once you understand domestic abuse, you can support victims safely, confidentially and at their own pace.

It can be difficult to know when or how to reach out for help regarding a partner’s controlling or abusive behavior.

It’s never easy to end a relationship. But the decision is even harder and more complicated when your partner is hurting you either physically or emotionally.

Learn how Family Advocacy Program victim advocates provide a safe space for survivors of domestic abuse to seek information and assistance.

Deciding whether to report domestic abuse can be difficult. Victims of domestic abuse may feel confused, alone or afraid to get help. If your partner is abusive, knowing your reporting options may help you decide what's best for you and your family.

Our cellphones hold a lot of personal information about us. Here are four tips that technology safety experts recommend for you to keep your device safe and secure.

People who abuse or neglect children come from all ranks, races, religions and income levels. As hard as it can be to imagine, your neighbor, co-worker or even a friend could be an abuser.

If you are a spouse who has left an abusive relationship with an active-duty service member, you may be eligible for transitional compensation.

Technology abuse — when one partner seeks to control how the other accesses or uses technology and the internet — is a common form of domestic abuse. This article shares 10 tips for safe and smart browsing based on best practices recommended for everyone’s cybersecurity.

Technology facilitates modern life, with nearly all of us relying on our cell phones, email and social media to communicate, stay connected, and talk with our spouses and partners. According to one study, 89% of service members own a smart phone, and over half report regular social media activity. Smartphones and other devices are the place where much of life happens, including where unhealthy relationship patterns can develop.

Learn what to do to stay safe during the Coronavirus disease 2019 quarantine if you are a victim of domestic abuse.

The Military Family Readiness System supports every service member and family member, regardless of activation status or location, in person, by phone and online.

Moving overseas is an adventure that few families get the chance to experience together. Foreign countries with different languages and customs offer opportunities for kids to explore and learn.

Everyone has a role to play in creating safe and healthy communities. This article will tell you how to find help if you suspect that a child is being abused or neglected.

Routines with predictable mealtimes, homework schedules and bedtime rituals benefit the entire family. Find tips for creating and maintaining routines to help your family thrive in your MilLife.

Through the DOD’s career opportunities initiative, Come Grow With Us, you can apply for both entry and management-level positions in many child development and youth programs worldwide.

Connect with support and resources for families impacted by problematic sexual behavior in children and youth.

While the “baby blues” are common for many women after giving birth, some face a more severe and prolonged state of sadness and anxiety known as postpartum mood disorders. Help is available.

Learn how to be a trusted adult to help protect children and teens.