And 3 ways it is exactly the same.

Christmas for military wives and girlfriends is interesting because it’s both exceedingly similar and completely different simultaneously. Most are either waiting for their favourite human to return home or getting ready to get through the holidays without them. Dating a soldier can be both good and bad, and the same is true for marrying one.

Let’s dive into what makes the holidays different:

Military wives can tag along to a base

Christmas on a base can be a little dry, but it’s still possible to spend it with one’s favourite soldier. HoweNot all wives are able to join their partners; however, the option is still there. This is not true for girlfriends at all. X-mas for military wives and girlfriends is definitely not equal. This is obvious if you look at the facilities that wives have immediate and easy access to (it doesn’t stop at being able to join them at the base!).

Military families make Christmas a family affair

It doesn’t matter if soldiers are home for Christmas military wives will still be involved with the rest of their family. On the other hand, a military girlfriend may not be able to join the in-laws. It depends on what stage the relationship is in. Things can move slowly when dating a soldier. And it never sticks out as obviously as it does during the holidays.

Christmas can be overwhelming if you’re dating a soldier

Not that it’s any less overwhelming for military wives, but the truth is that someone who’s married into the tribe will understand the ins and outs better than someone who’s just starting out. You may feel like people don’t understand what you’re talking about when you discuss your struggles (because many can’t!).

Whether or not military personnel make it home for Christmas military wives and girlfriends have a few things in common. Since, the season to be jolly comes with elements that are more or less the same irrespective of one’s marital status.

They all swoon the same during homecoming!

It doesn’t matter if you’re a military wife or girlfriend, the butterflies are the same. When soldiers come home for Christmas military wives will jump into their arms the same way military girlfriends do. This is one thing that is exactly the same when it comes to Christmas for military wives and girlfriends.

Christmas for military wives and girlfriends and support systems 

It’s easier now to connect with other military wives and girlfriends as opposed to just a decade or so ago. You don’t need to sit and sulk through the days; you can actually band together with others who understand what you’re going through. Christmas for military wives and girlfriends can be easily conquered if your head is in the game.

Military wives and girlfriends need similar Christmas gifts

Doesn’t matter if you’re a military wife or girlfriend, the care packs and gifts you assemble will look the same. This is because they are focused on needs and not wants. Trust us when we tell you, socks are a hit choice (the comfier the better!). If you’re looking for ideas on what to get as a gift for a soldier on Christmas, check out this neat list of goodies we put together for this year.

They may not be able to come home for Christmas, but military wives and girlfriends can up the ante on making them feel the holiday spirit from across the seas.

A relationship with a soldier can be exciting, exhilarating, and full of trust and loyalty. But it comes with difficulties that are unique. Christmas for military wives and girlfriends can be an overwhelming event. But with the right planning and support, it absolutely doesn’t need to be!