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This site is for mothers of kids in the U.S. Navy and for Moms who have questions about Navy life for their kids.

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Choose your Username. For the privacy and safety of you and/or your sailor, NO LAST NAMES ARE ALLOWED, even if your last name differs from that of your sailor (please make sure your URL address does not include your last name either). Also, please do not include your email address in your user name. Go to "Settings" above to set your Username. While there, complete your Profile so you can post and share photos and videos of your Sailor and share stories with other moms!

Make sure to read our Community Guidelines and this Navy Operations Security (OPSEC) checklist - loose lips sink ships!

Join groups! Browse for groups for your PIR date, your sailor's occupational specialty, "A" school, assigned ship, homeport city, your own city or state, and a myriad of other interests. Jump in and introduce yourself! Start making friends that can last a lifetime.

Link to Navy Speak - Navy Terms & Acronyms: Navy Speak

All Hands Magazine's full length documentary "Making a Sailor": This video follows four recruits through Boot Camp in the spring of 2018 who were assigned to DIV 229, an integrated division, which had PIR on 05/25/2018.

Boot Camp: Making a Sailor (Full Length Documentary - 2018)

Boot Camp: Behind the Scenes at RTC

...and visit Navy.com - America's Navy and Navy.mil also Navy Live - The Official Blog of the Navy to learn more.

OPSEC - Navy Operations Security

Always keep Navy Operations Security in mind. In the Navy, it's essential to remember that "loose lips sink ships." OPSEC is everyone's responsibility.

DON'T post critical information including future destinations or ports of call; future operations, exercises or missions; deployment or homecoming dates.

DO be smart, use your head, always think OPSEC when using texts, email, phone, and social media, and watch this video: "Importance of Navy OPSEC."

Follow this link for OPSEC Guidelines:

OPSEC GUIDELINES

Events

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**UPDATE as of 11/10/2022 PIR vaccination is no longer required.

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RTC Graduation

RESUMING LIVE PIR - 8/13/2021

Please note! Changes to this guide happened in October 2017. Tickets are now issued for all guests, and all guests must have a ticket to enter base. A separate parking pass is no longer needed to drive on to base for parking.

Please see changes to attending PIR in the PAGES column. The PAGES are located under the member icons on the right side.

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New Group Formed~~ Eagle Scout Moms

While in the N4M chat room today, I noticed a couple of mom's talking about Boy Scouts of America, and found out that the three of us each have an Eagle Scout. I thought it'd be fun to start a Eagle Scout Moms group so I did. If any of you moms, dads, aunties, uncles, grandma's or grandpa's would like to join the group to talk about your son, please join us.

Not only are we proud of our sons call to service, but we are very proud that they have acheived the rank of Eagle Scout in the… Continue

Added by Christine-OS2 proud mom on October 17, 2009 at 11:32pm — No Comments

Spouse college...

I was wondering if anyone knew when a spouse could use the $6000 the military gives for college?
I want to use it as soon as possible but my husband has not even left for basic yet. LoL.
Thanks:)

Added by navywife4life2009 on October 15, 2009 at 11:35pm — No Comments

Lauren's leave was wonderful!!

Lauren came in on the Amtrak through Ann Arbor. I placed a penny non the track for her before she arrived and when the train departed I found the squished penny and gave it to her to remind her of her first trip home,,,dumb, I know but I'm a mom and self entertained! We went out to eat a couple of nights we also had a birthday party for her 21st which was on Oct. 6, 09.

It was so nice to give her the royal treatment here at home with clothes and shampoos and lotions and perfumes she… Continue

Added by Janice on October 15, 2009 at 5:36pm — 2 Comments

commercials

Hey everyone! Has anybody seen the new Navy commercials? it's great
Matthew Mcconughey does a commercial to support our troops-it's really cool too.

Added by Irene McClure on October 15, 2009 at 2:05pm — 4 Comments

commercials

Has anybody seen the new Navy commercial? it's great. Now we have Matthew Mcconaughney(spelling?) doing a commercial about supporting the troops. It's a good one too.I hope everyone is having a great week.Give your sailor a hug today if it be live or e-mail.

Added by Irene McClure on October 15, 2009 at 7:09am — No Comments

Wanting to join the Navy:)

I was wondering if anyone knew anything about 2 spouses being in the navy? I wanted to know if we will b both getting BAH or will they just pay us one BAH a month? I am VERY interested in joining the Navy in about a year. Any advice will help!!
THANK U!

Added by navywife4life2009 on October 12, 2009 at 10:43pm — 1 Comment

Become a Fan of MPCON (SS/SW) Rick D. West & CNO Admiral Gary Roughead

For those of you that are on Facebook, I wanted to bring your attention to some Navy personnel who have pages you can become a fan of: MPCON (SS/SW) Rick D. West and CNO Admiral Gary Roughhead. This is a great way to keep on top of Navy-related news and updates!

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MPCON)(SS/SW) Rick D. West

http://www.facebook.com/MCPON

Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Gary… Continue

Added by Navy for Moms Admin on October 12, 2009 at 2:00pm — No Comments

pictures

Well Moms- I did it! I got the picture albums downloaded of Heather's visit. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did having her home.

Added by Irene McClure on October 12, 2009 at 12:32pm — No Comments

sending newborn pics to basic?!

My husband is leaving soon to basic and I will b having our second son about 3 wks after he leaves. I was wondering if anyone knew if I sent him pics of his son, if they would allow him to c them?! THANKS:)

Added by navywife4life2009 on October 10, 2009 at 3:07am — 3 Comments

Oklahoma Navy Birthday Ball: 8 Tickets Available For N4M Members!

Hello everyone!

The Oklahoma Navy Birthday Ball is coming up this Saturday, October 10th and we have 8 free tickets available (4 couples)!

This event will be held at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. It begins at 6:00pm with a reception, followed by dinner, program, and dancing starting at 7:00pm. There is a dress code that is required: gowns/cocktail dresses for the ladies and tux/suit for men.

To qualify for a ticket, you must be from… Continue

Added by Navy for Moms Admin on October 7, 2009 at 5:27pm — 1 Comment

leave

Yay I get to see Lauren for 3 whole days!

Added by Janice on October 7, 2009 at 9:00am — 3 Comments

PIR for divided families

...it can be done with class maybe it doesn't seem like it is possible to do that, but in our case it was. The growing for me came in realizing it could be done. The joy now, is knowing God orchestrated it all better than I could have.

We spent the first 1/2 of time with our sailor and they got the rest. My sailor had fun with all I believe. There was a whole weekend to divide up! I never could have imagined this would happen. Boot camp shaped me as much as my son!

Added by Marty Mc on October 6, 2009 at 1:25pm — No Comments

October 6

This sort of thing really upsets me and I know it will most of you. Let's all wear red, white, and blue tomorrow to show our support for our military. Thank you and may God continue to bless our military.

OCTOBER 6th: NATIONAL DAY OF RESISTANCE AGAINST MILITARY RECRUITERS! http://www.wearenotyoursoldiers.org/?p=125

Added by J from O on October 5, 2009 at 7:03pm — 1 Comment

AMERICA'S NAVY. "A Global Force for Good."

The new campaign will position the Navy as A Global Force For Good, protecting the United States and supporting the world by whatever means necessary, 24/7. The campaign will also highlight available opportunities in today’s Navy. Additionally, the new brand campaign is designed to ignite a passion within those currently serving in uniform with the knowledge and spirit of knowing that they are America’s Navy.

The advertising… Continue

Added by Navy for Moms Admin on October 2, 2009 at 5:30pm — 3 Comments

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

“The opportunities afforded by the United States Navy to the diverse people of our country is not duplicated anywhere else on the planet. With our rich heritage, Sailors are uniquely prepared to lead change and innovation in all that we do. This will be the key to our success.”

– Rear Adm. Albert Garcia, III, Deputy Commander, Naval Facilities Engineering Command

Were you aware that Hispanic…

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Added by Navy for Moms Admin on September 30, 2009 at 3:00pm — 8 Comments

Private Ship Tour in Alabama (N4M Members Only!). UPDATE: Ship change

A few weeks ago some of our members had the chance to tour the USS Carney In NYC. They not only were able to see the ins and outs of the ship, but also met with some Sailors and Officers. This went so well, the Navy now wants to share another exclusive opportunity with all of you to show their appreciation!

This time, you will have the chance to get a special private tour on the ~~USS Robert G. Bradley~~ USS… Continue

Added by Navy for Moms Admin on September 28, 2009 at 2:39pm — 2 Comments

Have You Verified Your Email Address?

Good morning everyone!

Last week, Ning (the company that provides our Web space) introduced a new email verification system across all of it's networks. You may have seen the image below appear on your screen when you logged into Navy For Moms.

The reason you are being required to do this is part of Ning's attempt to cut down on the number of spammers that join their sites, including N4M.

I just wanted you all to… Continue

Added by Navy for Moms Admin on September 28, 2009 at 9:38am — 7 Comments

09/25/09 PIR Weekend (Ship 06/Div 945)

Wow, what a weekend! The redeye flight was packed, it was harder to sleep on the plane from Sacramento to Houston because we were so excited about going. The flight from Houston to Milwaukee was good, got a good nap on that flight. Due to construction on the highways, we got lost (Cal says we were just diverted) for about 15 minutes getting out of Milwaukee, but got to Waukegan with no trouble, checked into the hotel early, which was nice, and got in a little nap after settling… Continue

Added by Christine-OS2 proud mom on September 27, 2009 at 11:37pm — No Comments

What the sailors want

Since it's time to think about Christmas packages, here's part of an email I sent out this morning to some friends who wanted ideas. Thought some of you could use them, too.

My sailor just called and added to the list. He said on ship, they want jerky, Easy Mac, fruit cups. When deployed on land, he said neck travel pillows, wipes, and rechargeable batteries. I also remember sending him stuff for tooth aches and tooth putty for loosing a filling because he couldn’t get to the dentist… Continue

Added by Ruth, Gun's Mom on September 25, 2009 at 11:30am — 6 Comments

IF Rudyard Kipling had a Navy Mom praying for him at RTC

If your child keeps their head when all your friends' kids are losing theirs,

If your child trusts themselves when others doubt,

If your child keeps the bathroom cleaner than you do,

If you can wait for a letter and not be tired by waiting,

If your child can force every nerve and sinew to serve their watch,

You can talk with those who do not share your love of the Navy and keep your Sailor's honor untarnished.

Because you can fill the unforgiving minutes,… Continue

Added by Marty Mc on September 20, 2009 at 3:09pm — 1 Comment