GO TELL MOM s2e12 American Spirit Show Notes Dianna 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%20…

GO TELL MOM SHOWNOTES s2e11 Weddings Dianna 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-2024-8425281 The Knot on treating guests: https://www.theknot.com/content/new-wedding-trends Reddit on …

Dianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz go through the looking glass when it comes to styles and the effects on our kids.By Dianna Kelly

Dianna 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-easier Asurion.com on why parents buy tech: https://www.asurion.com/connect/news/why-parents-buy-tech-gadgets-for-their-kids/…

Dianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz chew on the causes of sibling rivalry...and how to help kids outgrow it!By Dianna Kelly

GO TELL MOM SHOWNOTES – Mom Time Dianna 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://boston…

Dianna 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-nigh…

Dianna 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-schedule Alexia Dellner on flexibility: https://www.purewow.com/family/daily-schedule-for-kids Head Start on security: https…

GO TELL MOM s2ep4 SHOWNOTES Dianna 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://…

Dianna 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.html Readingrockets.org on evaluating problems with your student: https://www.readingrockets.org/article/surviv…

GO 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%20battle Kidseatincolor.com on offering ch…

Dianna Kelly and Dr. Sheri Waltz share tips on how to entertain the kids on the cheap. GO TELL MOM s2 ep1 SHOWNOTES AND LINKS Zenhabits.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…

Dianna 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.html…

Dianna Kelly discusses how humor can help in raising a child. Dr. Sheri Waltz joins her. GO TELL MOM ep 13 – Showlinks and Notes Lexi 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.co…

GO TELL MOM Ep12 SHOWNOTES AND LINKS Dianna 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.…

SHOWNOTES & LINKS – GO TELL MOM ep 11 Dianna 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-homework KidsHealth on how to help with homework: Kidshealth.org/…

GO TELL MOM ep10 – SHOWNOTES AND LINKS Host 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%20week From MarketWatch …

GO TELL MOM ep9 SHOW NOTES AND LINKS Host 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-school On recognizing bullying from MBF Prevention Education: https://www.mbfpreventioneduca…

GO TELL MOM Ep.8 SHOW NOTES Dianna Kelly does play by play on the battle of outfitting kids. Fellow mom and educator Lori Meyer joins in on the fun. On kids getting dressed, from Parents.com: https://www.parents.com/toddlers-preschoolers/development/social/letting-kids-choose-what-they-wear/ On responsibility for clothing budget, from familyeducati…

GO TELL MOM Ep7 SHOWNOTES AND LINKS: Dianna Kelly shares tips on how to choose a family pet. On pet choice and kids from PetMD: https://www.petmd.com/dog/pet-lover/these-are-best-pets-kids-each-age On pets and kids pros and cons from MottPoll.org: https://mottpoll.org/reports/family-pets-pros-and-cons-kids#:~:text=In%20families%20that%20do%20not,fo…

Dianna Kelly outlines why kids need to learn how to apologize and make amends. GO TELL MOM Ep6 SHOWNOTES & LINKS: Psychology Today on making kids apologize: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/parenting-translator/202201/should-you-make-your-kids-apologize Psychology Today on the Power of Apology: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/bully-w…

GO TELL MOM Ep5 SHOWNOTE LINKS Dianna Kelly guides you through mom breaks and me time…and why your kids need it as much as you do. On moms and mental health from theconversation.com : https://theconversation.com/helping-new-moms-return-to-exercise-and-leisure-supports-their-physical-and-mental-health-182024 On the sweet spot for free time from NBC …

Dianna Kelly makes the connection between family hobbies and family unity at the end of the day. Show Notes Links: On the importance of hobbies, from childdevelopmentinfo.com: https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/child-activities/hobbies-are-healthy/ On family hobby suggestions from the Chicago Tribune: https://www.chicagotribune.com/featured/sns-best-…

Dianna Kelly outlines the battle between economics and education for families and students.By Dianna Kelly

Dianna Kelly helps you navigate the potholes in the road back to school. GO TELL MOM Episode 2 Shownotes: Sage Journals on academic breaks: https://journals.sagepub.com/eprint/5SSRCCXS2YGXXJ4TUBC3/full. Healthpark Pediatrics on what to bring: https://www.healthparkpediatrics.com/back-to-school-prep-checklist/ Childmind.org on informing teachers of …

Momster Dianna Kelly shares tips on how to get your family (and yourself!) to sleep and why you need to catch some Zs.By Dianna