Heather Sweeney

About Heather Sweeney

Heather Sweeney is a content editor at Military.com. She started writing about her life as a military spouse in 2010 on her popular blog, Riding the Roller Coaster. She joined Military.com’s SpouseBuzz team in 2012 and has been covering military discounts since 2013. Her debut memoir Camouflage: How I Emerged from the Shadows of a Military Marriage will be released in October 2025.

Before joining Military.com, Heather was a kindergarten teacher. In addition to her work at Military.com, her essays have appeared in the New York Times, The Washington Post, HuffPost, The Today Show, Newsweek, Business Insider, and Good Housekeeping, among many others. She writes essays and creative nonfiction about military life, divorce and relationships, women’s health, and parenting.

Heather lives in Virginia Beach with her boyfriend, two kids, and their geriatric Labrador retriever. After living in Japan for three years, she discovered her love for travel, stamping her passport in countries like Thailand, South Korea, Costa Rica, Iceland, Belize, Curaçao and Mexico.

Expertise

Covering military discounts since 2013
Military spouse and relationships

Professional Roles

Content editor and writer for Military.com

Education

Holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Davidson College
Holds a Master of Education, Curriculum and Instruction from the University of West Florida

Publications

Featured in The New York Times
Featured in The Washington Post
Featured in The Today Show
Featured in HuffPost
Featured in Business Insider
Featured in Newsweek
Featured in Good Housekeeping
Featured in Reader’s Digest
Featured in Healthline

Connect with Heather

heather.sweeney@monster.com

Latest Articles

Vehicle Registration for Military Families

How do you deal with your driver's license and car registration while in the military? We have the answers.

6 Deals to Remember When PCSing

You can find all sorts of deals to help lessen pesky PCS expenses. Here are six deals to look into for your move.

Where to Find Military Discounts on Shoes

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An American flag flies outside a Costco Warehouse in Cranberry, Pa.

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Military spouses participated in USO Yokosuka's Military Spouse Appreciation Night

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Here's a list of 10 military discounts that spouses love.

Hit the Ski Slopes with Military Discounts

Before you book your next ski getaway, check out the great military discounts you can use for all your skiing needs.

Where to Find Military Discounts at Zoos Around the Country

Admission fees at zoos can be costly. So we've put together a list of zoos around the country that offer military discounts.

Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore.

The Best Military Discounts for Baseball Season

Whether you're watching the game in person at a packed stadium or from the comfort of your sofa, you can take advantage of...

Air Force and Army coed softball teams render military honors during the All-Star Armed Services Classic Championship game, Washington, D.C., July 13, 2018. (U.S. Air Force photo/Rusty Frank)

Military Discounts for Major League Baseball Games

Major League Baseball teams are showing their appreciation for service members with military discounts on game tickets.

Staff Sgt. Courtney Smith plays with her son Ayden Clax, on Fort Bragg

8 Military Discounts to Celebrate Month of the Military Child

For the Month of the Military Child, we've gathered a list of 8 discounts that military families can take advantage of.

The Best Military Discounts on Streaming Services

Some streaming services offer deals by bundling multiple services together, while others offer a cheaper version if you’re...

4 Tips for Staying Fit While Saving Money with Military Discounts

Here are four great ways for military families to save money on your fitness journey.

The Best Military Discounts on Tax Preparation

Taxes can get complicated -- and expensive -- for military personnel. But as you file your tax returns, be sure to take...

The Best Military Discounts on Amusement Parks, Zoos and Aquariums

If you're looking for a day of fun, you can't go wrong with taking family and friends to an amusement park, zoo or aquarium...

Recreational Equipment Checkout customers can check out paddle boats, canoes, and kayaks, like these located next to Suukjak Sep Lake on May 15, 2018, at Pine View Campground. (U.S. Army photo/Scott T. Sturkol)

A Closer Look at MWR: Rentals for Military Families

MWR offers more than fitness centers and golf courses. They also offer a variety of items to rent for great prices.

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