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Home Again: Re-Connecting with Your Older Toddler
Depending how long the military parent has been away, they may be coming home to a toddler who is turning into a preschooler. The returning parent will find that these children are naturally acting and behaving differently than when they left. Watch how returning parents adjust to coming home to a child who has much more energy, social skills and personality than when they left.
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Reunification: Taking Care of Yourself and Your Baby
As saying good-bye is often so difficult, it seems saying hello should be easy. But homecoming can also be stressful. This handout provides advice for how to take care of yourself and your baby.
