The reality of being a defence parent can include loneliness and isolation, as frequent relocations and separations take their toll. This post discusses the emotional challenges faced by defence parents and offers insights into finding connection and support within the military community.
Juggling entrepreneurship and solo parenting during your partner’s deployment is no easy feat. From establishing routines to embracing technology and prioritising self-care, these seven lessons share the keys to combining business with the demands of military family life.
Finding a job as a Defence spouse wasn’t easy. Employers saw me as transient, and I needed flexibility for kids in different schools, different schedules, and the unpredictability of military life. So I built my own business – one that moves with me, works around my family, and gives me control over my career. Self-employment isn’t always easy, but it’s given me stability in a lifestyle that doesn’t offer much of it.