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Send us a textDianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz discuss keeping the kids on task so you don’t go crazy. Today’s Parent on setting up a schedule: https://www.todaysparent.com/family/how-to-get-your-family-organized-and-on-schedule-in-three-steps/Freedomsprout.com on de-stressing through organization: https://freedomsprout.com/weekly-family-schedule/CamilleStyles.com on syncing calendars: https://camillestyles.com/wellness/how-to-organize-your-family-calendar/

Send us a textDianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz debate how to help kids handle disappointment.Child Mind Institute on listening and coping skills for parents: https://childmind.org/article/how-to-help-your-kids-handle-disappointment/Centervention.com on creating a coping sheet: https://www.centervention.com/dealing-with-disappointment-lesson-and-printable/Everydayspeech.com on coping activities: https://everydayspeech.com/blog-posts/no-prep-social-skills-sel-activity/

Send us a textGO TELL MOM s2e12 American Spirit Show NotesDianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz talk about the balance between encouraging kids to salute the troops and explaining what the troops have to do to keep us safe. MilitaryFamilyLife.com on learning about patriotism: https://militaryfamilylife.com/kids-learn-about-patriotism/#:~:text=Talk%20to%20kids%20about%20ways,framework%20of%20rights%20and%20responsibilities.InformedFamilies.org on the meaning of patriotism: https://www.informedfamilies.org/catalyst/teaching-kids-the-meaning-of-patriotism

Send us a textGO TELL MOM SHOWNOTES s2e11 WeddingsDianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz dish on wedding trends, past and present, and how to guide the bride and groom – or not.Martha Stewart on latest wedding celebrations: https://www.marthastewart.com/wedding-trends-2024-8425281The Knot on treating guests: https://www.theknot.com/content/new-wedding-trendsReddit on bridal party styles: https://www.reddit.com/r/wedding/comments

Send us a textDianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz go through the looking glass when it comes to styles and the effects on our kids.

Send us a textDianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz banter about what gadgets moms need to get by.Buzzfeed on new kid-oriented aids: https://www.buzzfeed.com/chandnireddy1/parenting-products-thatll-make-your-life-easierAsurion.com on why parents buy tech: https://www.asurion.com/connect/news/why-parents-buy-tech-gadgets-for-their-kids/

Send us a textDianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz chew on the causes of sibling rivalry...and how to help kids outgrow it!

Send us a textGO TELL MOM SHOWNOTES – Mom TimeDianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz go over the balance moms need to strike to keep their sanity – including down time!Motherly on lack of relaxation: https://www.mother.ly/career-money/work-and-motherhood/what-do-moms-do-on-their-days-off-work/Kim Raubenheimer from bostonmoms.com on dreaming of a day off: https://bostonmoms.com/lifestyle/dreams-of-a-moms-day-off-and-making-it-happen/Jamie from brightlightmama.com on how to schedule your Mom Time: https://www.brightlightmama.com/stay-at-home-mama-style-day-off/Learningresources.com on Mothers Day Off ideas: https://www.learningresources.com/blog/top-10-mothers-day-off-ideas/

Send us a textDianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz share tips on how to keep the kids from climbing the walls on a grey day.Todaysparent.com on ingenuity with ordinary items:  https://www.todaysparent.com/family/activities/fun-things-to-do-at-home/HappyMomHacks on how to get your kids to interact with you: https://happymomhacks.com/rainy-day-activities-family-game-nights/Thecrazyoutdoormama.com on outdoor activities on a rainy day: https://www.thecrazyoutdoormama.com/14-fun-outdoor-rainy-day-play-activities-for-kids-embrace-the-rain/Verywellfamily on baking to prevent boredom: https://www.verywellfamily.com/fun-rainy-day-activities-7090451

Send us a textDianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz kick off the new school year discussing the importance of setting schedules in a fun way. SHOWNOTES:  Amanda Morin on setting up routines: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/tips-child-stick-to-scheduleAlexia Dellner on flexibility: https://www.purewow.com/family/daily-schedule-for-kidsHead Start on security: https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/about-us/article/importance-schedules-routines

Send us a textGO TELL MOM s2ep4 SHOWNOTESDianna Kelly and Dr. Sheri Waltz share tales of childhood imaginary friends and their impact on kids’ creativity.The Atlantic on why kids have imaginary friends: https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2019/07/why-do-kids-have-imaginary-friends/594919/Raisingchildren.net.au on when imaginary friends appear: https://raisingchildren.net.au/preschoolers/behaviour/friends-siblings/imaginary-friendsDr. Laura Markham on friend preferences: https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/parenting/a28579180/why-children-have-imaginary-friends/Care.com on why imaginary companions are good for kids: https://www.care.com/c/kids-with-imaginary-friends/   Parents.com on wellness: https://www.parents.com/toddlers-preschoolers/development/friendship/pretend-friends/

Send us a textDianna Kelly and Dr. Sheri Waltz discuss getting through the parent-teacher conference effectively. WGU on mastering the parent teacher meeting:  https://www.wgu.edu/heyteach/article/mastering-parent-teacher-meeting-eight-powerful-tips1612.htmlReadingrockets.org on evaluating problems with your student:  https://www.readingrockets.org/article/surviving-difficult-parent-teacher-conferenceGreatSchools on dealing with difficulties in conferences: https://www.greatschools.org/gk/articles/cb-extras-1-2-parent-teacher-tough-meeting/

Send us a textGO TELL MOM s2e2 SHOWNOTES AND LINKS:Dianna Kelly and Dr. Sheri Waltz chew on how to get kids to eat – healthy!UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital on why kids are picky eaters:  https://www.ucsfbenioffchildrens.org/education/picky-eaters#:~:text=Picky%20eating%20habits%20are%20more,food%20from%20starting%20a%20battleKidseatincolor.com on offering choices: https://kidseatincolor.com/picky-eating/Healthychildren.org on eating setup: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/toddler/nutrition/Pages/Picky-Eaters.aspx

Send us a textDianna Kelly and Dr. Sheri Waltz share tips on how to entertain the kids on the cheap.GO TELL MOM s2 ep1 SHOWNOTES AND LINKSZenhabits.net on free family fun ideas: https://zenhabits.net/100-ways-to-have-fun-with-your-kids-for/MyKidsTime on how to get kids to use creativity:https://www.mykidstime.com/things-to-do/101-things-to-do-with-kids-that-will-cost-nothing-but-time/U.S. News and World Report on national park vacations:https://travel.usnews.com/rankings/best-affordable-family-vacations/FamilyVacationist on cheap parks to visit: https://familyvacationist.com/cheap-family-vacations/Gatheredagain.com on prepping for daytrips: https://gatheredagain.com/day-trips-for-kids/

Send us a textDianna Kelly and Dr. Sheri Waltz, Communications Dept. Chair at Vol State Community College talk about the pros and cons of kids using social media...and how parents can help them safely navigate through it.Show Links:New York Times on an uptick in kids using social media:  https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/24/well/family/child-social-media-use.htmlRaisingChildren.net gives a breakdown of the dangers of social media exposure:  https://raisingchildren.net.au/teens/entertainment-technology/digital-life/social-media#:~:text=Social%20media%20can%20also%20pose,videos%20of%20themselves%20or%20othersAmerican Psychological Association on the pros and cons of social media use among kids:  https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2023/02/harms-benefits-social-media-kidsLara Neves on the dangers of students posting:  https://www.overstuffedlife.com/2017/06/social-media-rules-for-teens.html

Send us a textDianna Kelly discusses how humor can help in raising a child.  Dr. Sheri Waltz joins her.GO TELL MOM ep 13 – Showlinks and NotesLexi Moorhouse in Medium.com on parental impact on kids’ humor: https://medium.com/whatgoodiscomedy/the-effects-of-humor-on-children-developmentally-7a379257feb7 Theconversation.com on pranking: https://theconversation.com/is-it-ok-to-prank-your-kids-do-they-get-it-and-wheres-the-line-195932 Rod A. Martin on humor’s social value: https://health.usnews.com/wellness/for-parents/articles/2019-02-14/parents-with-a-sense-of-humor On using humor for correction: https://health.usnews.com/wellness/for-parents/articles/2019-02-14/parents-with-a-sense-of-humor On learning from humor: https://www.scholastic.com/parents/family-life/social-emotional-learning/social-skills-for-kids/laugh-out-loud.htmlOn how early humor starts: https://www.parentscanada.com/family-life/why-making-time-for-humour-can-help-you-be-a-better-parent

Send us a textGO TELL MOM Ep12 SHOWNOTES AND LINKSDianna Kelly details how to keep your kids safe, without cordoning them off from the rest of the world. Mom/former teacher/managing editor Lindsay Pride joins her.Safekids on how to prevent accidents as toddlers:  https://www.safekids.org/safetytips/Centers for Disease Control on keeping bugs away: https://www.cdc.gov/parents/children/safety.htmlRaisingChildren.net on promoting safety at home:  https://raisingchildren.net.au/toddlers/safety/home-pets/home-safetyVerywellfamily on pool safety: https://www.verywellfamily.com/child-safety-2634211

Send us a textSHOWNOTES & LINKS – GO TELL MOM ep 11Dianna Kelly delves into the whys and hows of homework…and how parents can keep their sanity through it.  Fellow mom and educator Lori Meyer weighs in.US News on the value of homework:  https://www.usnews.com/education/k12/articles/should-kids-get-homeworkKidsHealth on how to help with homework:  Kidshealth.org/en/parents/homework.htmlScholastic.com on parental involvement: https://www.scholastic.com/parents/family-life/parent-child/homework-help-parents.html

Send us a textGO TELL MOM ep10 – SHOWNOTES AND LINKSHost Dianna Kelly maps out how – or  IF – you should hand out allowances to your kid. Educator and mom Lori Meyer joins in.From Investopedia on setting rates: https://www.investopedia.com/guide-allowances-and-kids-5217591#:~:text=A%20commonly%20used%20rule%20of,%2416%20to%20%2432%20per%20weekFrom MarketWatch on kids saving: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/5-mistakes-parents-make-when-giving-kids-an-allowance-2016-05-06From MoneyFit on budget lessons:  https://moneyfit.org/blog/should-you-give-your-kids-an-allowance#:~:text=A%20younger%20child%20also%20doesn,should%20be%20a%20bit%20higher.&text=A%20common%20rule%20is%20to,for%20the%20week%20is%20%247.

Send us a textGO TELL MOM ep9 SHOW NOTES AND LINKSHost Dianna Kelly and educator Lori Meyer go over how to make your kids bully-proof.On types of bullying from publicschoolreview.com: https://www.publicschoolreview.com/blog/10-ways-to-protect-your-kids-from-bullying-at-schoolOn recognizing bullying from MBF Prevention Education:  https://www.mbfpreventioneducation.org/bullying-series-why-children-become-bullies/On using the buddy system from kidshealth.org:  https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/bullies.html