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!
Episodes
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*...
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
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-...
Dianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz work out the details of how to stay fit between parenting and work.
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/care...
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-o...
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/b...
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.
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
s3e3Dianna Kelly and Sheri Waltz go through the looking glass when it comes to styles and the effects on our kids.
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!
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/
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: ...
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-sc...
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...
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
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/
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/<...
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
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