Go Tell Mom
We chew on stuff you’d talk about with your mom. Or maybe not. Advice that moms would give...if they were research ninjas. Or maybe not. Crazy things that happen when moms and families get together...and how to deal with the drama. Or maybe not. Come share the adventure with us!
GO TELL MOM s4e6
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GO TELL MOM s4e6 Show Notes – When Bad Things Happen to Good Kids
Dianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz look at how parents can be supportive of their kids when they’ve had a bad day.
CDC on developing resilience: https://www.cdc.gov/aces/risk-factors/index.html?utm
HealthyChildren.org on working as a team: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/emotional-wellness/Building-Resilience/Pages/aces-adverse-childhood-experiences.aspx
Early Learning Children’s Academy on listening to help: https://elcacenters.com/turn-around-a-bad-day-with-children/
Go Tell Mom - I'll Do It Later - s4e5
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Dianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz talk about the terrors of procrastination – why we do it and how to avoid it.
Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg in HealthyChildren.org on perfectionism and how to avoid the pitfalls: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/young-adult/Pages/What-Fuels-Perfectionism.aspx#:~:text=Perfectionism%20can%20be%20unhealthy%20and%20interfere%20with,*%20**Expressing%20unconditional%20acceptance**%20*%20**Modeling%20self-acceptance**
Anna Levy-Warren in Organizational Tutors talking about kids putting off projects: https://www.organizationaltutors.com/four-reasons-children-procrastinate-how-to-help-your-child-stop-procrastinating/#:~:text=To%20aid%20your%20child%20in,the%20final%20paper%20on%20time.&text=Structure%20and%20routine%20can%20he...
GO TELL MOM s4e4 – THE NEW FAMILY VACATION
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GO TELL MOM SHOWNOTES s4e4 – THE NEW FAMILY VACATION
Dianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz plot out how to save a family vacation…and how family vacations evolve with the kids.
Free family vacation itinerary from craft.do: https://www.craft.do/ko/templates/family-vacation-itinerary
Dr. John Grohol on vacation fantasies: https://docjohng.medium.com/the-emotional-psychological-toll-of-the-family-vacation-679cbbc
Carla Crespo in the Journal of Family Theory & Review on family rituals: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jftr.70032#:~:text=Family%20rituals%20can%20
Go Tell Mom s4e3 - Work From Home Hack
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GO TELL MOM s4e3 – Work from Home Hacks – Shownotes:
Dianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz wrestle with work-from-home hacks for moms.
Stanford Study on work-from-home productivity and hours on the job:
https://emailanalytics.com/does-working-from-home-increase-productivity/
Cathleen Clerkin at Candid.com on setting boundaries: https://candid.org/blogs/setting-work-life-
boundaries-when-working-from-home-nonprofit-professionals/
Harvard Business Review on work-from-home burnout: https://hbr.org/2025/02/5-signs-a-
remote-worker-is-burning-out
Gallup poll on remote workers and isolation: https://www.gallup.com/workplace/660236/remote-
work-paradox-engaged-distressed.aspx
Go Tell Mom s4e2 - Working It Out
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Dianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz work out the details of how to stay fit between parenting and work.
Go Tell Mom - s4e1 - Balancing Life and Work
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GO TELL MOM – BALANCING LIFE AND WORK – SHOWNOTES
Dianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz discuss the pratfalls, pitfalls and positives of making family life and work life work for the better.
On setting priorities - https://southfieldpeds.com/balancing-work-and-familya-guide-for-busy-parents/#:~:text=Strategies%20for%20Balancing%20Work%20and,for%20work%20and%20family%20activities.
On finding hobbies - https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/balance-work-and-family
On the effects of poor work/life balance - https://www.webmd.com/balance/balancing-work-and-family
Go Tell Mom - s3e7 - Setting Kids' Schedules
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s3e7 Dianna 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/
Go Tell Mom s3e6 - Handling Heartache
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S3e6 Dianna 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/
Go Tell Mom s3e5 - American Spirit
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GO TELL MOM s3e5 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%20ways,framework%20of%20rights%20and%20responsibilities.
InformedFamilies.org on the meaning of patriotism: https://www.informedfamilies.org/catalyst/teaching-kids-the-meaning-of-patriotism
Go Tell Mom s3e4 Weddings
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GO TELL MOM SHOWNOTES s3e4Weddings
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 bridal party styles: https://www.reddit.com/r/wedding/comments
Go Tell Mom s3e3 Fad Fashons
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s3e3Dianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz go through the looking glass when it comes to styles and the effects on our kids.
Go Tell Mom s3e2 Parenting Essentials
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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/
Go Tell Mom s3e1 - Sibling Rivalry
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Dianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz chew on the causes of sibling rivalry...and how to help kids outgrow it!
Go Tell Mom - s2e7 - Mom Time
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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://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-mot...
Go Tell Mom s2e6 Stuck Inside
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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-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
Go Tell Mom s2ep5 - Setting Schedules
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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://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/about-us/article/importance-schedules-routines
Go Tell Mom s2e4 - Imaginary Friends
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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://raisingchildren.net.au/preschoolers/behaviour/friends-siblings/imaginary-friends
Dr. 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.ca...
Go Tell Mom s2ep3 - Parent Teacher Conferences
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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/surviving-difficult-parent-teacher-conference
GreatSchools on dealing with difficulties in conferences: https://www.greatschools.org/gk/articles/cb-extras-1-2-parent-teacher-tough-meeting/
Go Tell Mom s2e2 Picky Eaters
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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 choices: https://kidseatincolor.com/picky-eating/
Healthychildren.org on eating setup: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/toddler/nutrition/Pages/Picky-Eaters.aspx
Go Tell Mom s2 ep1 - The Free Stuff
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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-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/<...
Go Tell Mom s1ep14 - Socializing on the Web
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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
RaisingChildren.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%20others
...Go Tell Mom s1e13 - Growing a Sense of Humor
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GO TELL MOM ep 13 – Showlinks and Notes - Dianna Kelly discusses how humor can help in raising a child. Dr. Sheri Waltz joins her.
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.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...
Go Tell Mom s1e12 - The Safety Dance
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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.cdc.gov/parents/children/safety.html
RaisingChildren.net on promoting safety at home: https://raisingchildren.net.au/toddlers/safety/home-pets/home-safety
Verywellfamily on po...
Go Tell Mom s1e11 - Homework Hassles
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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/en/parents/homework.html
Scholastic.com on parental involvement: https://www.scholastic.com/parents/family-life/parent-child/homework-help-parents.html
Go Tell Mom s1e10 - Earning Allowance
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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 on kids saving: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/5-mistakes-parents-make-when-giving-kids-an-allowance-2016-05-06
From 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%2...
Go Tell Mom s1e9 - Warding Off Bullies with Friends
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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.mbfpreventioneducation.org/bullying-series-why-children-become-bullies/
On using the buddy system from kidshealth.org: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/bullies.html
Go Tell Mom s1e8 - Dressing Kids
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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 familyeducation.com: https://www.familyeducation.com/life/money-kids/teaching-kids-about-shopping-clothing
On kids’ selections, from scarymommy.com: https://www.scarymommy.com/lifestyle/back-to-school-clothes-shopping
On renovating clothes, from moneycrashers.com: https://www.moneycrashers.com/back...
Go Tell Mom s1e7 - Doing the Doggie Dance
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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,for%20their%20child%20(39%25)
On pet care and self-esteem from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry: https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Facts_for_Families/FFF-Guide/Pets-And-Children-075.aspx
Go Tell Mom s1e6 - Art of the Apology
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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-wise/202208/the-power-apology-seven-steps-getting-it-right
Verywellfamily.com on parental behavior: https://www.verywellfamily.com/teaching-kids-about-saying-sorry-616598
Biglifejournal.com on teaching kindness: https://biglifejournal.com/blogs/blog/kids-kindness-activities
Go Tell Mom s1e5 - Moms Day Out
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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 News: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/mental-health/yearning-free-time-too-much-it-could-take-toll-your-n1278848
On Mothers Day off ideas from learningrecources.com: https://www.learningresources.com/blog/top-10-mothers-day-off-ideas
Go Tell Mom s1e4 - Family Hobbies
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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-family-hobbies-ideas/
On gardening benefits, from healthline.com:
https://www.healthline.com/health/healthful-benefits-of-gardening
Go Tell Mom s1Ep3 - Getting Prepped for the Real World
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Dianna Kelly outlines the battle between economics and education for families and students.
Go Tell Mom - s1e2 - Back-to-School Boogie
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Dianna Kelly helps you navigate the potholes in the road back to school.
GO TELL MOM Season 1 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 special circumstances: https://childmind.org/article/preparing-for-back-to-school-success/
Go Tell Mom - s1e1 - Nightshade
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Momster Dianna Kelly shares tips on how to get your family (and yourself!) to sleep and why you need to catch some Zs.
