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What soldiers really want in a care package?

What do soldiers need in care packages?

Necessities, such as sunblock, socks, underwear, flip-flops, lip balm and powder. Snacks, including chips, salsa, nuts, cookies, beef jerky, non-melting candy and trail mix in packaging that isn't easily crushed. Drink mixes in single-serving packets are also a good addition.

What can you not send in a military care package?

What to Send and What Not to Send in a Care Package

  • Alcohol.
  • Carbonated Beverages.
  • Drugs.
  • Cigarettes or Nicotine.
  • Explosives or Fireworks.
  • Flammable items, like lighter fluid.
  • Pornographic images.
  • Pork products (not allowed in Muslim countries)

What are good things to send in a care package?

Care package ideas:

  • Stress ball or fidget spinner.
  • Coffee (or a gift card to a coffee shop)
  • Water bottle.
  • Healthy snacks like granola bars, dried fruit, mixed nuts or trail mix.
  • Study supplies like notecards, highlighters, colored pens and sticky notes.
  • Candy and chocolate.
  • Chewing gum.
  • Stress relief candle.

What does a soldier fear?

Heart pounding, fear, and tunnel vision are just a few of the physical and emotional responses soldiers reported. Upwards of 30% reported fear before and during combat, blowing apart a macho myth that you're not supposed to ever be scared during battle.

How do you know if a soldier loves you?

In short, these are the top signs that a military guy is interested in you:

  • He flirts with you.
  • He trusts you.
  • He shares his feelings with you.
  • He calls you whenever he has time.
  • He gives you attention.
  • He looks for your support.

Aug 25, 2021

Do care packages get searched?

Depending on the region your soldier is deployed and shipping regulations, some things are not allowed in care packages. All packages are subject to search and if the materials are found, they will be thrown away and your soldier may get in trouble for it. There are plenty of items that you can't send.

How big can care packages be?

Generally speaking, care packages and the like can be no bigger than 108 inches in circumference (total width all the way around plus total length all the way around), according to Military.com.