mb1685
Well-Known Member
My package is complete and I am awaiting the rolling SNA board estimated to take place in October. Today, my wife and I found out that she is about 5 weeks pregnant. The estimated due date is actually one day after my 27th birthday, so if I'm selected, presumably my age critical status would result in me being assigned a class date that would have me graduating before the baby arrives.
I've read a lot on the forums about how much more difficult flight school will be with a child, but of course I still am going to try my best to succeed, and my wife is on board.
Since the board has not convened yet, is this something that needs to be notated in my package somewhere? Are there any additional hoops to jump through prior to and during OCS other than being sure my wife has a support system and financial help?
As a side note, she had an IUD which was confirmed today to have been properly placed and was still in the right position before the doctor removed it, so this was a gigantic surprise and puts us in the 0.1%. Unfortunately there are higher than average chances for a miscarriage, so this is already shaping up to be a rollercoaster.
I've read a lot on the forums about how much more difficult flight school will be with a child, but of course I still am going to try my best to succeed, and my wife is on board.
Since the board has not convened yet, is this something that needs to be notated in my package somewhere? Are there any additional hoops to jump through prior to and during OCS other than being sure my wife has a support system and financial help?
As a side note, she had an IUD which was confirmed today to have been properly placed and was still in the right position before the doctor removed it, so this was a gigantic surprise and puts us in the 0.1%. Unfortunately there are higher than average chances for a miscarriage, so this is already shaping up to be a rollercoaster.