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Mil-to-mil couples gain time to make separation decision after childbirth

As of March 1, either parent of a only one spouse will have the opportuni-
Department of the Air Force military- ty to separate under either the pregnancy,
to-military couple may now have up to childbirth, or caregiver provisions. The
12 months to request separation from other spouse may not separate under any
the service after the birth or adoption of these provisions, but may qualify to
of a child. voluntarily separate under hardship or
A military-to-military couple is de- any other reasons for voluntary separa-
fined as a DAF active duty member mar- tion under AFI 36-3208, Administrative
ried to another DAF active duty member. Separation of Airmen and AFI 36-3207,
Caregiver separation and childbirth Separating Commissioned Officers.
separation give both parents more time Members may apply for caregiver sep-
to learn how to balance family and career, aration under the “miscellaneous reason”
allowing them to continue to contribute provision already included in both officer
to the DAF mission before making a deci- and enlisted separation instructions,
sion to separate. which apply to both Airmen and Guard-
“As part of our ongoing diversity and ians. The requests are evaluated based on
inclusion efforts, this is a positive step we individual merit and may be disapproved
can take to allow new parents more time Courtesy graphic if it is determined that the separation is
to decide how to balance their careers “This new family-friendly policy after the birth of a child. Other initiatives not in the best interest of the DAF.
with a new child,” said Lt. Gen. Brian recognizes the work-life balance our include new parental leave guidance au- Members may apply as early as the day
Kelly, deputy chief of staff for manpower, Guardians seek and provides greater thorized in the FY22 National Defense following childbirth or adoption, appli-
personnel, and services. “It’s vital that we opportunity for choice,” said Patricia Authorization Act, which eliminates cations must be submitted no later than
continue to find creative ways to develop Mulcahy, deputy chief of space opera- primary and secondary caregiver desig- 12 months following birth or adoption,
and retain talented and skilled Airmen tions for human capital. nations and provides for up to 12 weeks and the requested date of separation must
and Guardians.” This initiative is in addition to preg- of leave for new parents. The Office of the not be more than 12 months from the
Additionally, new parents are encour- nancy separation, which currently allows Secretary of Defense and the services will application date. Waivers of active duty
aged to use the MyVector online men- for voluntary separation for pregnancy implement that new policy within the service commitments will be evaluated
toring system to find mentors who can before the birth of a child, and childbirth coming year. on a case-by-case basis.
provide support and guidance as they separation, which currently allows for In an effort to balance mission while For more information about personnel
navigate service and family. voluntary separation for up to 12 months taking care of Airmen and Guardians, programs, visit myPers.

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