What steps do I need to take with and RE-3 for Pregnancy?

2018-09-16T21:44:06-04:00

Chapter 8 in Jan 2018. I want to eventually reenlist. I was just wondering what steps i need to take and if there is even a possibility even though i only chapter for pregnancy. I complete basic and AIT and did 5 months at my first unit. The pregnancy was very unplanned.
The recruiter i spoke to said i have to write a essay, but didnt say about what or to whom.
Should i get a letter of recommendation???

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Sep 17 at 2018 5:57 AM

2018-09-17T05:57:59-04:00

I have stated this several posts in the past, risk and reward. Why did you get chartered,many service members end up with children shortly after enlisting for many reasons. The type of separation will likely dictate reentry. A letter does not do much, the essay is intended to hear why you got out and what is different this time around.

Response by SFC J Fullerton made Sep 17 at 2018 2:04 PM

2018-09-17T14:04:30-04:00

The Separation Code and narrative reason for discharge must be for pregnancy. An RE-Code Waiver is possible for that sep code with an RE-3, provided you are otherwise qualified. You cannot be a single parent. The "essay" is nothing more than your statement regarding your previous service, circumstances of your discharge, and reason for wanting to enlist. This is part of the waiver approval process. The burden in on you to convince the approving authority that the conditions causing your previous discharge no longer exists. Good Luck