The 5-Minute File

Celebrating military children: 6 programs to support your child's journey

Happy MOMC! April is not only the time for blooming flowers and warmer weather (yay!); it's also the Month of the Military Child, a time to acknowledge the sacrifices and patience of our military k...

Homeschooling and record-keeping in the military

Hey there, fellow military moms! If you're reading this, chances are you're navigating the unique path of homeschooling while your husband is serving our country. First and foremost, thank you for ...

Navigating DoDEA: Taking Control of Your Student's Education Paper Trail

Military life is marked by constant change, and for families with school-age children, this often includes navigating the intricacies of the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) school ...

Organizing for a new baby

For military families, being organized is especially important when expecting a new baby. Not only do you need to prepare for the arrival of your child, but you also have the added stress of freque...

Your military child needs an education binder. Here's why.

We know - it's only February. Not exactly a crucial time to think ahead to next school year, or even to the end of this one... ...unless you know you are PCSing. If you are, you already know that i...

How to Organize Kid Memorabilia (Without Losing Your Mind)

Written by Lauren Weldon May. Lauren is a Certified Professional Organizer and the founder and owner of Manifesto Home + Office, a home organizational firm specializing in paperwork systems and org...