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What can I send my recruit?
Hello All!
My baby sister is in boot camp that left on August 16th.
I received her first phone call yesterday! She asked to send her some personal items for her hair and etc. Both links for families is down on the navy website; and I want to get her something in the mail today. Can they have items? Even if she throws it away after boot camp that is fine, as long as she can use it while she is there. Or, will it even get to her?
Thanks in advance.
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Permalink Reply by CryptoDad on
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La-La, unfortunately not much. These lists are your guide to what Recruits can and can't have.
What your sister really needs now is your love and support. Write often.
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Permalink Reply by Anna on
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La La,
First thing you need to do is verify with her that she can receive the items she requested, and that she has the room. They have very little personal storage space. Sometimes recruits will ask for specific items from home and they know it is ok to have them sent. Just don't add in any extra gifts as you could mistakenly cause her extra trouble by receiving "contraband"!!! And I know that would not be your intent!!!! If you have her address, you can send the package to that address and she will get it. I don't know if they are still required to open the package in front of their RDC so just be aware of that possibility!! Good luck to your sister!!!!
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