When is the Next Military Pay Day in 2023? It is important to keep track of the 2023 military pay dates. While active duty military pay dates are the 1st and the 15th of each month, when the 1st or 15th falls on a weekend, the pay date shifts slightly as you will see in... The post Military Pay Dates and Early Pay USAA & NFCU in 2023 appeared first on Military With Kids ..read more

As the holiday season approaches, many of us eagerly anticipate the joyous festivities that come with Christmas. However, amidst the merriment and excitement, it’s easy for our wallets to feel the strain. Get ready to sleigh the holiday season this year without emptying your pockets! Christmas is around the corner, and we’ve got 20 super... The post Ideas For A Fun And Frugal Christmas On A Tight Budget appeared first on Military With Kids ..read more

Pensacola, Florida, known for its white sandy beaches and coastal charm, transforms into a festive paradise during the holiday season. Whether you are stationed at NAS Pensacola, NAS Whiting Field, or your family is just visiting the Pensacola area, you are likely looking to make the most of the Christmas events in Pensacola. Good news!... The post The Best Christmas Things To Do In Pensacola Florida appeared first on Military With Kids ..read more

Are you a one-income military family, struggling to make ends meet or just looking for ways to save? Whether it’s due to a decision to be a stay-at-home parent, frequent moves, or a job loss, your family may now be figuring out life with just one income. You are not alone. This is a reality... The post 25 Best Frugal Hacks For Single Income Military Families appeared first on Military With Kids ..read more

Gratitude is an essential value children need to learn at a young age, but how exactly do you teach it? Teaching gratitude does not have to be hard at all! Here are 16 super fun activities that will be fun and will your child see how they can be thankful for everything in their life!... The post 16 Fun Gratitude Activities to Teach Thankfulness to Your Child appeared first on Military With Kids ..read more

Having a baby is life changing. The science behind growing a whole person inside your body is phenomenal. I mean a whole new life comes out of you! But let’s skip that part, and jump to motherhood and the things no one tells you about being a mom.  No matter how your baby arrived in... The post 7 Useful Things No One Tells You About Being A Mom appeared first on Military With Kids ..read more

When someone is describing a military child, one of the key descriptors is almost always resiliency. Military kids are asked to shoulder great burdens and are expected to gracefully navigate big changes. The idea of being resilient has become nearly synonymous with military kids these days, but did you know that 1 in 3 military... The post Military Kids Are Resilient, But They Are Also Battling Anxiety appeared first on Military With Kids ..read more

This post was developed in association with “Visit Camarillo”. All opinions and experiences included are my own.  As a military family we love to take local mini vacation trips to explore the areas around where we are stationed. These trips are a great way to explore new places and create lasting memories with our kids.... The post Visit Camarillo: A Perfect Weekend Trip for Military Families in SoCal appeared first on Military With Kids ..read more

Dining out can be expensive – especially as the price of everything seems to be going up! Here are five tips that can help your family save money at restaurants during your next PCS. Going out to eat at a restaurant is usually more expensive than preparing a meal and eating at home, but if... The post 5 Tips To Help Save Money at Restaurants During Your Next PCS appeared first on Military With Kids ..read more

School is coming to an end, so many kids are starting to look for summer jobs. Summer jobs are a great way for teens to make some money, learn life skills and gain experience. While countless places are hiring, there will be competition this year for summer jobs that are accessible to teens and that... The post Best Summer Jobs for Teens This Year appeared first on Military With Kids ..read more