Tina_Proud Momma

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Head to “Settings” on the main page right away to add a profile image (no last names visible, please) and complete your Profile. Then - and this is important! - read these Community Guidelines and this Operations Security (OPSEC) Checklist, for the safety and privacy of all our Sailors.

Then jump right in!  Browse around the site and check out the groups and the information in their Discussion Forums.

Join this group for boot camp moms, where you'll also find a group for your Pass in Review (graduation) date; and this one for PIR Reference Information.  

Get a head start during boot camp by joining groups for, and learning about, your Sailor's occupational specialty and "A" School; and later your Sailor's duty station and/or Navy ship and homeport. You can also join groups for your own state, region or home town and interests from getting ready for deployment to care package ideas!

Please say Hi when you join a group, and feel free to ask any and all questions - everyone was new once, and there is no "dumb" question. 

This site was created by the U.S. Navy just for you, and we look forward to getting to know you and your Sailor.  

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Hi Tina, Thank You for friending me. I just want you to know we all understand the Emotions and the worry and anxiety that one goes thru. Believe me I was a total mess. these few week will be the hardest because all communication will be cut. and the Hardest part of all this "Is the not knowing" you have to stay busy or you will let this eat you up. It is easier said than done I know,  but you have to stay strong for you and your Daughter.Those that go in may have a feeling they know what will happen but actually it is more hard than what they thought. You mentioned she is not going to call you when she arrives? maybe it will be harder for her. If they notice while in training that they are getting depressed or missing home it may not be the best thing, they want to see if you can stay strong, this is part of the test "No communication". if ever you need to talk send me a message, I am here for you.

Thanks for the friend request. I look forward to sharing this journey with you. If there is ever anything I can help with, don't hesitate to ask. Take care and blessings to you and yours. 

Welcome to Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones). I look forward to sharing this journey with you. Be sure to check out the Pages (found under the pictures of the Members) for information on what to expect and to help you prepare for PIR. Start with OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile) and Arrival and What Happens at the RTC and read 1 or 2 pages a day and then go back to them as you need the info.   

If you would like information on your recruit’s rating (job/occupational specialty) or field, then let me know the rating or field. There are groups for most specialties and/or "A" Schools and knowing that will help you to better plan for PIR weekend.   

Take care and blessings to you and yours.   

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Hi Tina, how you holding up? Have you received word on daughter? Just wanted to check on you, if you need to talk I'm here.

Hang in there!

Tina,

I see you recently joined the Moms of Daughters 2 group and I want to welcome you!!  I'm glad you found us. So your daughter is in boot camp now? Come join the conversations on our group page - there is usually someone on every day. We are a friendly, caring group of moms who have daughters in all stages of Navy life - from newbies to those whose daughters have been in for several years - from officer to enlisted!!! We support all our sailor girls and each other as well. Not just during the Bootcamp days but the weeks and months following, as they go off to school, first duty station, or first deployment.  Let us support you when you're missing her, lend an ear when you need to vent, and celebrate with you when you want to brag!!  We look forward to getting to know you and your sailor!! Again, Welcome Aboard!!!!

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Machinist Mate (MM) has “A” School at Great Lakes. Join Machinest Mates and check out Engineers. You will also want to join Great Lakes A School Q&A and GL A-school moms. You can also check out the Training Support Center (TSC) Great Lakes Facebook Page. 

The Rating Information Card for MM can be found at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/enlisted/rating_info_cards/mm.pdf. (If you get the security warning, it is safe to go there.) 

You will be able to enjoy extra time with your Sailor following PIR. Plan to leave late Sunday or on Monday if you are able to do that.  See PIR Day and Liberty during PIR Weekend within Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones) to help you know how to plan your weekend.