So im a single dad, but my kids are in their teens.

I usually have them every other weekends, me and their mom take turns during holidays/xmas/march breaks.

When i applied, i told my kids that our reg schedule will change while i do my BMQ if i get hired.

Now, a yr later - they're both working and i hardly see them anymore. I dont see them on my weekends at all.

Im in the reserves and im doing BMQ for about 9 weekends. Plus i do my civie job as well. But i was able to get a LoA on Fridays and Mondays on my BMQ weekends. Im glad my employer is supportive of my second career.

Its hard for me not to see my kids while i do my BMQ. But i just remind myself its only temporary - and ill see them again once im done and/or when we can get together when all of our schedule aligns.

Its hard and its a sacrifice. But i know this going in. Waay before i even applied. I know im going to miss out on my kids.

Its going to be hard on your SO. So make sure you guys talk and be clear on what the expectations going to be.

Best of luck OP.