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When Reid Wiseman learned he'd command Artemis II to the moon, the single father of two felt heaviness, not joy. NASA now provides comprehensive family support that recognizes missions begin the moment astronauts are assigned.
In 2024, four astronauts will become the first humans to orbit the Moon in over 50 years, carrying handwritten notes and personal keepsakes from loved ones. Their families are preparing for the historic journey by watching rocket launches together and having honest conversations about risk and hope.