Family Guidons

Family Guidons - Ep. 17 The Power of a Pause

In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts engage in an important conversation about the significance of mental health within the military community. They discuss the p

Family Guidons - Ep. 16 Family Days and SFRG

In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts delve into the importance of family readiness and the role of Soldier and Family Readiness Groups (SFRGs) in the military com

Family Guidons - Ep. 14 Fresh Starts & First Days: Military Life Meets the School Year

In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts dive into the unique challenges military families face as summer transitions to the new school year. They discuss the fun of

Family Guidons - Ep. 15 Back Together, Not Back to “Normal”

In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts discuss the complexities of reintegration following a deployment. They explore the multifaceted process that service members

Family Guidons - Ep. 13 Stars, Stripes & Service part 2: Serving Our Families

In this episode of Family Guidons, the conversation continues from Stars, Stripes, and Service part 1 as the hosts explore how patriotism comes to life through volunteeri

Family Guidons - Ep. 12 Stars, Stripes & Service

In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts celebrate patriotism in honor of America’s 250th birthday by exploring what it truly means to serve and support our nation be

Family Guidons - Ep 11 Her Service, Her story

In this episode of Family Guidons, we sit down with Brigadier General Linda Riedel to discuss her experiences serving as a woman in the military and the challenges and tr

Family Guidons - Ep. 10 Storm-Proof Spouses

Storm-Proof Spouses In this episode of Family Guidons, we discuss essential preparations for storm season, particularly from the perspective of military spouses. As stor

Family Guidons - Ep. 9 Behind the Uniform: A Tribute to Military Spouses

Behind the Uniform: A Tribute to Military Spouses In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts come together to honor the incredible contributions and sacrifices of mili

Family Guidons - Ep. 8 The Guard: More Than You Think

In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts dive into the intricacies of life as a National Guard family. With a combined experience of military life spanning decades, t

Family Guidons - Ep. 7 Holding It Together at Home: Coping with Deployment Stress & Anxiety Part 2

In this episode of Family Guidons, we continue our conversation on coping with the stress and anxiety of a loved one's deployment. Joined by guest Lisa Mustard, we delve

Family Guidons - Ep. 6 Holding It Together at Home: Coping with Deployment Stress & Anxiety Part 1

In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts sit down with Lisa Mustard, a licensed marriage and family therapist and the psychological health program manager for the Sou

Family Guidons - Ep. 5 It's Almost Summer...What Are These Kids Doing?

In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts sit down with Matalyn Bulwinkle from the South Carolina National Guard Child and Youth Program to talk about all things summe

Family Guidons - Ep. 4 The Days Are Long… And So Are The Months

In this episode of Family Guidons, Michelle, Kathy, and Charlotte talk about one of the hardest parts of military life: the long, stretching days of deployment. Through h

Family Guidons - Ep. 3 Their Duty in Today’s World

In this episode of Family Guidons, hosts Michelle Matheny, Charlotte Stilwell and Kathy Bridgers tackle one of the biggest challenges military families face today: stayin

Family Guidons - Ep. 2 You’ve Started the New Year Solo, But You’ve Got This

In this episode of Family Guidons, hosts Michelle Matheny, Charlotte Stillwell, and Kathy Bridgers dive into the theme of navigating the new year as a military spouse. Wi

Family Guidons - Ep. 1 A Podcast by Military Spouses for Military Families

Welcome to Family Guidons, the podcast created by military spouses for military families. In this inaugural episode, we invite you to get to know your hosts and discover