What Growing Up as a Police Officer’s Child Teaches About Raising Kids in a Firefighter Family

What does growing up as a police officer’s child teach you about raising kids in a firefighter family?In this episode, Chelsi talks with Erin Reed, a fire wife and working mom who grew up in a law enforcement household. They explore how first responder culture shapes childhood, what changes when you become the spouse instead of the child, and how to raise kids inside nontraditional schedules.From 24-hour shifts and default parenting to pride, resilience, and the reality of invisible labor, this episode offers an honest look at generational first responder family life.For firefighter spouses, fire families, and anyone navigating marriage and parenthood inside public service.Erin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinareed/