A show where US and Philippine military families are encouraged & empowered to live their best life as a military family through stories of people who have lived it. Welcome to the Afterthought on the Military Family podcast! I'm your host, Mami Redj. In this show, I'll share, not only my experiences as a military wife but also the stories of military members' spouses, children, and even parents who have faced disappointments and excitements, challenges and celebrations of this chosen lifestyle. Excited to explore adventures as a military family? Subscribe now and don‘t miss an episode!
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EP 16: Mami Redj Reacts to EP 04; When Should You Stop Parenting and Simply Be A Parent?
What do military parents really go through?
How did Episode 4 affect me as a mother?
When should you stop parenting and simply be a parent?
In this episode, I try out a different episode format, where I react to my earlier episodes. So please share your feedback and suggestions with me so I can create better content for you.
Why you’ve got to check out today’s episode:
- Discover how mothers can relate to one another whether they're a military parent or not
- Learn ways you can encourage your children to pursue a career in the military.
- Learn when to stop parenting and continue to be a parent instead
Check out these episode highlights:
- (01:33) - Asking you Troopers for feedback and suggestions about experimental episodes
- (03:12) - Why I chose to react on Episode 4
- (05:33) - What military parents go through
- (09:15) - How I was at 18
- (14:34) - How Episode 4 affected me as a mother
- (20:28) - When to stop parenting and continue to be a parent instead
- (22:34) - Sharing an article from a military mom
- (23:28) - You’re No Longer In Control
- (25:51) - You Learn Resilience
- (28:36) - You Find New Ways to Enjoy the Holidays
- (30:33) - Oh The Places You Will Go
- (32:32) - You See Your Child In A Different Light
Reference:
5 Ways Parenting Changes When Your Child Joins The Army
by Army Mom Strong
- https://www.sandboxx.us/blog/when-your-child-joins-the-army/
Connect with Mami Redj:
- https://facebook.com/mamiredjpodcast/
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DISCLAIMER:
The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are those of the host and guests, and do not reflect the views, positions, and opinions of the U.S. Military, its Foreign Counterparts, and/or other entities they represent.