Click on OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile) and the Page will open in a new window. Read the Page and follow the directions at the bottom to make change 3 (see the words in bold) so that this page is no longer visible to EVERYONE (Anyone) with access to the web.

There may be other changes you need to make as well, so read and consider each of the changes.

Another change that I recommend that is mentioned in change 1 is to change the ZIP code to one that is not easily associated with your Sailor.

Hi there - glad you joined the nuke mom's group!  I'm sorry to hear about the job situation - that sucks....at least you have PS graduation to look for to....it will be nice for you to see your daughter!

bobnver,

Sounds like you have some good ideas on ways to keep the connection with your daughter.  One of the other moms on the Daughters 2 group said that she and her daughter arranged to say a prayer together at the same time of day every day - wherever they were!!  Boot camp is a stressful, difficult time - not only because it's the first time we are separated like this from our kids, but also because we are cut off from any communication with them.  Us moms don't like that!!!  Once she goes to school she will slowly earn privileges like having their cell phone, computer, and having liberty.  What rating will your daughter be training for?  Come chat with us on the group page.  I have made some of the most wonderful friends on this website!!!  Other Navy Moms just understand!!!  Let me know if there is anything I can help you with!!!  Hugs {{{ . . }}}

Hi,

Thank you for replying. Trying to figure out everything that I need to do is a little overwhelming. I am trying to get my daughter to pack up but he know she will be back her at the end of the summer. She does have a few more things to do but we are on count down now. I'm excited for her and I know I will miss our daily talks and it will be hard not just talking or texting when ever I want.

bobnver,

I see you joined the Moms of Daughters 2 group and I want to welcome you!!  We are a close, friendly, supportive group of Moms and look forward to getting to know you and your sailor.  I see you are new to N4Ms and your daughter is in boot camp now?  Please feel free to jump in and join our chats.  You can ask any questions you may have, talk freely about your feelings, fears or concerns, or just chat about life.  We are all in different phases of our daughters Naval careers and we are always there for each other!!!  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!!  Again, Welcome Aboard!!!!!

Since your SR will be in the Nuclear Field, sometime between now and the end of BC you will want to join NUKE moms and you may also want to check out Nuke School Charleston and Nuke A School FAQ. The Rating Information Card for NF can be found at https://www.cool.navy.mil/enlisted/rating_info_cards/nukepower.pdf. Your Sailor will most likely fly out to "A" School the day after PIR. See PIR Day and Liberty During PIR Weekend to help you know how to plan your weekend when the time comes. Your Sailor may have Prototype in Ballston Spa, NY; if so, join Moms/Dads/Families with Nukes in Ballston Spa, NY at that time.

Hi bobnver... I would love to hear more about your daughters process. My daughter leaves for boot camp in 2 weeks. She and I are anxious I know she will be great!!

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. What is your future Sailor's rating (job/specialty) going to be? There are groups for most ratings and/or "A" Schools and knowing that will help you to better plan for PIR weekend. Take care and blessings to you and yours.

Join the group, DEP-Leavin for bootcamp in March. You will meet others with loved ones leaving that day/week who may be in the same TG and have PIR together. Be sure to check out the discussion, Things to Do in the Last Month before Your Future Sailor Leaves for the RTC. I also suggest you to join Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones) and begin checking out the Pages (found under the pictures of the Members) and Discussions there.

Your future Sailor may want to join http://www.navydep.com to learn the ins and outs from the DEP point of view. Craig runs that and will steer him/her to some good links on there.