Military spouse bloggers are people who likely noticed inefficiency somewhere along the way in their military lives. Whether at the commissary, within the command, at the doctor's, undoubtedly at the pharmacy, and in plenty of other places, these inefficiencies stoked their ingenuity (sometimes survival instincts!). We, as readers, are much better for their advice, opinions, and hard-earned wisdom.
Their topics are as varied as their personalities, but you can bet experiences with their servicemembers and families are huge contributors to their blog entries.
Read on and pick some to follow because these milspouses know a few things about life in the military.
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1) Army Wife 101
As the creator of one of the most encompassing and revered websites for military spouse endeavors, Krystel Spell has been informing and entertaining all branches of military spouses for years through the content found on Army Wife 101. Parenting, travel, discounts, and work/life choices are just a few of the universal topics featured.
2) Poppin' Smoke
Retired Army spouse and MilitaryByOwner contributing writer Stephanie Montague shares all things Space-A travel on her popular blog, Poppin' Smoke. She also covers living overseas after military retirement, tips for RV and other travel, destination trips, and information about lodging and other military-related travel benefits. Get all the info you need to plan your next trip!
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3) Milspouse Matters
In addition to her Content Editor and writer duties here at MilitaryByOwner, Jen McDonald is the author of two books for military spouses, You Are Not Alone: Encouragement for the Heart of a Military Spouse and Milspouse Matters: Sharing Strength Through Our Stories, and the host of the Milspouse Matters podcast.
With a heart for serving military families, Jen fills her blog posts and extensive resources with inspirational and supportive advice on moving, deployment, raising military kids, and practical help for military spouses from nearly 30 years of military life.
4) Soldier’s Wife, Crazy Life
One of the OG milspouse bloggers, Julie Provost has been a military spouse for over 18 years, shedding light on life as an active duty Army family and now as a National Guard spouse. Julie provides guidance and support for deployments, PCS moves, and more, highlighting the humorous side of military life.
5) Jo, My Gosh!
Jo, My Gosh! is a popular blog created by Joanna Guldin-Noll. Joanna started the blog as an outlet during her husband’s year-long deployment, sharing personal experiences and insights to help other spouses facing similar challenges. Jo, My Gosh! is now one of the largest military spouse lifestyle websites.
Joanna's blog covers a broad range of topics, including deployment preparation, reintegration, military life hacks, relationships, and deployment care package ideas. Her authentic writing, paired with practical advice and thoughtful tips, provides an invaluable resource for military spouses.
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6) Macho Spouse
Our male milspouse counterparts must not be forgotten! Chris Pape created Macho Spouse to provide male spouses resources to support their path through military service. A thorough video collection of military life matters makes Macho Spouse even more unique.
7) She is Fierce
Here’s a twist: What about a Canadian military spouse? Kim shares similar realities and insights to those we experience in the U.S., but her sharp wit and honest musings are extra refreshing to read because it’s not always easy to be Rah, Rah about military life.
8) Kate Horrell, Military Finance Expert
From basic financial planning questions to more involved topics like the Survivor Benefit Plan or hashing out finances in a military divorce, Kate Horrell (another MilitaryByOwner contributing writer!) has you covered. Kate's passion is helping military families make the most of their pay and benefits, and she has been covering this topic for years. She and her husband have bought and sold multiple homes and have acted as landlords for over 20 years.
9) The Seasoned Spouse
Navigating deployment and PCS issues is Lizann Lightfoot’s strong suit. With multiple deployments and moves in her past, she enjoys connecting with readers to ease their transition worries. Plus, she’s written a collection of guides and books and a master class to guide new spouses through military life.
10) The Military Wife and Mom
Lauren Tamm is the creator behind The Military Wife and Mom. Offering both parenting resources and military life content, readers will find a space filled with guidance and camaraderie. Content features parenting tips, resources for simplifying military life, deployment help, and guest blogs from other military life experts. Military spouses will find actionable advice and emotional support.
What do you think? Did we miss a milspouse blogger you love and can’t get through military life without? Let us know.!Subscribe below to stay updated with even more helpful information for your military life.
