Season 9, Episode #77 – Month of the Military Child

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Season 9, Episode #77 – Month of the Military Child

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Guest Hosts: Stacey Malcom, MS, CCLS – Child Life Specialist, Founder of Healing Hearts, LLC 

Summary:   

April is the National Month of the Military Child: In this episode, Stacey Malcolm, a Child Life Specialist and military spouse, shares insights on supporting military families through illness, injury, and deployment. She discusses her private practice, resources, and strategies for fostering resilience and connection amidst frequent moves and challenges. 

Key Topics:   

• Support strategies for military families 

• Role of child life specialists in military contexts 

• Resources and tools for families facing illness or deployment 

Resources:  

• Nightcatch  

• The Kissing Hand  

• Supporting Military Families Resources 

• Family Readiness Group (FRG) 

• Monica, PhD, LCP, RPT- The Military Spouse Therapist (offers a course/separation playbook that provides a hands-on military play kit for separation play)  

Websites:  

Healing Hearts CCLS, LLC 

Connect with Stacey:  LinkedIn

Social media: @wondersandworries @healingheartsccls @militaryfamiliesmagazine