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Ruck Up Buttercup: Intimacy, Communication, and Reintegration in Military Marriages

In this episode of the Ruck Up Buttercup podcast, hosts Sabrina and Ashley delve into the intricacies of maintaining intimacy and relationships, particularly among military families. Joined by Dolly, an expert with 15 years of experience in the sex industry, the discussion covers the significance of sexual health and relationships, empowering women, and using tools like sex toys to enhance intimacy.
The episode emphasizes the importance of communication both during deployments and upon reintegration, offering practical advice on maintaining connection through technology, care packages, and scheduled date nights. The conversation also touches on overcoming stigmas related to sex toys, the importance of lubrication, and the physical and mental benefits of maintaining a healthy sex life.
Finally, the hosts and Dolly highlight the challenges and strategies for successful reintegration after long deployments, stressing the need for patience, understanding, and open communication.

00:00 Introduction and Content Warning
01:00 Guest Introduction: Dolly's Journey
04:11 Maintaining Connection During Deployment
05:28 Effective Communication and Intimacy
07:00 Creative Date Ideas and Care Packages
19:26 Addressing Stigma Around Toys
31:47 Navigating Phone Vibrations and Metal Chairs
33:22 The Butterfly Effect and Best Sellers
33:41 Twilight Mood: A Versatile Toy
34:11 Importance of Clitoral Stimulation
34:34 Military Life and Moving Challenges
36:00 Storing and Cleaning Toys
36:37 Enhancement Products and Libido
37:48 Pelvic Floor Health and Kegel Exercises
39:41 The Role of Lubricants
42:09 Communication and Intimacy
52:23 Reintegration After Deployment
01:00:40 Therapy and Communication Strategies
01:03:09 Conclusion and Resources


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Building Community in the Last Frontier: Jillian Bloom's Rove Co.
In this episode of Ruck Up Buttercup, the hosts welcome Jillian Bloom, founder of Rove Community (Rove Co.), to discuss the importance of community building, especially for military families in remote locations like Alaska. Jillian shares her journey of moving to Alaska, the challenges she faced, and the eventual creation of Rove Co. to support others through outdoor activities and social meetups. The conversation covers the significance of integrating local and military communities, the benefits of outdoor gatherings, and the steps Jillian took to grow her organization. Listeners will find inspiration in Jillian's perseverance and dedication to creating a supportive environment for both locals and military families alike.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:33 Jillian's Military Life and Move to Alaska
02:18 Challenges of Living in Alaska
06:02 Birth of Rove Community
09:41 Building a Supportive Community
21:35 Expanding Rove Community
23:23 Community Meetups and Social Hours
24:36 Overcoming Nervousness in New Activities
27:12 Membership and Overnight Trips
28:07 Educational Background and Ambassador Program
29:16 Expanding to Other Military Bases
32:43 Entrepreneurship and Portability
38:41 Advice for Military Spouses
42:52 Conclusion and Future Plans

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In this episode of "Ruck Up Buttercup," guest host Janeen McChesney from the Veteran Wives Survival Guide discusses the unique journey of becoming a military spouse. She emphasizes the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate military life effectively. The conversation then transitions to the distinct challenges and experiences of shifting from being an active-duty military spouse to a veteran spouse. Janeen shares practical advice and personal stories to help listeners understand and cope with this significant life change, providing valuable insights and support for military families.

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Season 4 Episode 11 Grace Bex.

On this week’s episode of Ruck Up Buttercup we Grace Bex of Gracefully Fit LLC. An amazing trainer currently in the Fort Liberty region who works with mothers and military spouses to find their confidence in fitness.

She gives us some amazing tips on how to build up your fitness brick by brick to reach your goals. We all know that military life likes to throw us curve balls whenever they can, and often that ends up having us push our goals, and routines on the back burner to keep up with the chaos. But we hope after listening to this episode you will realize you aren’t alone, and you are also TOTALLY capable of staying consistent regardless of the things going on around you.

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Season 4 Episode 10 Motherhood

On this week’s episode of Ruck Up Buttercup we are having a girl chat about our experiences in Motherhood. From babies, to preteen; from hilarious stories to tales of woe. Motherhood is the adventure of a lifetime. From the moment you realize you are pregnant and life is about to change, all the way through your kids being adults you will think about your kids non-stop. Don’t worry mama, even on the hard days you aren’t alone!!

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Season 4 Episode 9 Military Spouse Advocacy Network.


On this week’s episode of Ruck Up Buttercup we speak with Verenice Castillo the Founder and CEO of Military Spouse Advocacy Network. She tells us her story of coming from a different country to having to adjust to being a US Military Spouse. She, like all of us, felt out of place, and pretty isolated, but realized that doesn’t have to be the case. She founded MSAN in order to create a space where spouses could support each other by mentoring each other through different situations.

They now have 3 important aspects of their non-profit.

1. Mentorship- With trained, and certified mentors available 24/7 no matter if you are new to the military, going through your first deployment, struggling through a transition, or even a veteran spouse there is someone there for you to talk to.

2. Leadership Training- Not everyone wants to be a volunteer but EVERYONE is a leader in their own way. With this well sought after training available to a group of spouses each year, more amazing opportunities will open up to those who seek them.

3. The Hub- Think social media but better. A secure platform with only military spouses who want to support each other.

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