Veteran Spouse Network

Your host Hannah O'Brien sits down with Veteran spouse and author, Pamela Kyel. Pamela shares her journey of navigating multiple moves, raising children, and finding her passion as a writer. She discusses the difficulties of maintaining a career as a military spouse, the impact of constant relocations on her family, and the rewarding connections made along the way. Tune in to hear Pamela's inspiri...

In this episode of the Veteran Spouse Network podcast, we delve into the critical topic of safety planning, particularly during Suicide Prevention Month. Host Hannah O’Brien is joined by her husband Cody, a Marine Corps veteran, as they walk through the steps of creating a safety plan. They discuss the importance of safety planning, how to involve family members, and focus on lethal means safety....

In today’s episode, Hannah discusses the profound and emotional journey of coping with the loss of a loved one to suicide with her guest Ashley Craig. Ashley shares her personal story, the challenges she faced, and how she turned her pain into a mission to educate and support others. Join Hannah and Ashley for an intimate and heartfelt discussion on grief, guilt, and the path to healing. Tune into...

Welcome to this month's episode of the Veteran Spouse Network podcast, where we are talking about the unique challenges and experiences of military and Veteran kids. Host Hannah O'Brien is joined by teammates Laurianne Rodriguez and Ashley Craig to discuss their personal stories and insights on raising children in military families. They explore topics such as mental health, the impact of frequent...

Welcome to this month's episode of the Veteran Spouse Network podcast! Host Hannah O'Brien is joined by her husband Cody to discuss PTSD in honor of PTSD Awareness Month. Dive into Cody's military background, his journey with PTSD, and how it has impacted their relationship. From the stigma around PTSD in the early 2000s to Cody's path to seeking help, this episode offers a heartfelt look at the s...

Join host Hannah O'Brien on an exploration of the unique challenges and transformative experiences of military and Veteran caregivers. She dives into the complexities of caregiving, identity preservation, and personal growth with Dr. Roxanna Delgado . As a former caregiver to her army Veteran husband and co-founder of the TBI Warrior Foundation , Roxanna shares her personal journey and professiona...

On this episode Hannah is joined by Victoria Kelly, a seasoned author and veteran spouse who masterfully intertwines her personal military life experiences with the art of storytelling . Victoria's journey from a Navy fighter pilot's spouse to a remarried Veteran spouse and mother of five, encapsulates the myriad of emotions and challenges faced by military families. Her latest work, "Home Front,"...

Send us a Text Message. Hannah is joined by her husband Cody, a Marine Corps Veteran to talk about his struggles with moral injury and how they work together as a unit to manage his symptoms. Moral injury can manifest into feelings of guilt, shame, betrayal and/or anger.  To learn more about moral injury visit https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/moral-injury Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio...

Hannah chats with Janie Smith, military/veteran spouse and mother of career soldiers for over 50 years, about traumatic brain injuries. Professionally, Janie is a Life Coach, specializing in trauma. She has served wounded Vietnam veterans at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and directed programs for active-duty soldiers and military children in Germany. Additionally, Janie has taught ‘back to work’...

PTSD and how it can affect come in many forms. In today's episode, Lauren Aguon, Veteran spouse, joins Hannah to discuss how she and her husband tackle PTSD in their family unit. Communication and empathy are key to understanding the symptoms and being able identify triggers that may contribute to the behavior and reactions. There will be a peer support complement event on Tuesday, Jan 31, 2024 at...

Tackling the holiday can be tough at times for those deployed and/or at home. In today's episode Hannah talks with Emma Martin, CEO/Founder of Full Focus Coaching about her family, managing holidays during deployments and her new role as a Veteran spouse. Emma gives insight into navigating decisions and working together as a unit. Tune in and learn about a useful tool kit Emma provides to help you...

How do you navigate this challenging path of military life, four children, one of them with special needs, and caring of your veteran spouse? Amber Vasquez, a veteran spouse and mother, shares her trials, tribulations, and triumphs in adapting to and thriving in this scenario. Her narrative is replete with lessons on maintaining healthy relationships and preserving a sense of self.  She discusses...

Meet your host Hannah O'Brien of the Veteran Spouse Network. Hannah is a social worker and Veteran wife with a story that will resonate with those who have walked on a similar path.  Join Hannah as she introduces herself and her journey to where she is today and her love for her job at the Veteran Spouse Network and the Veteran and Military communities.  Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the f...