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This day may be the result of weeks of preparing, and the full homecoming experience may last for some time afterward. As with any highly anticipated event, the reality may be different from your family’s expectations. Of course, having your loved one back is wonderful, but it’s also one more transition. With advance planning, you can prepare your child for the joys – and sometimes the difficulties – of having his family together again.
Reconnecting
Find ways to bridge the gaps as your child grows and develops during a parent’s deployment.
Express Yourself: Q&A
Read tips on how to listen to what your child is asking and answer as directly and simply as possible.
