SiouxFallsMoms.com was created as an information resource for local moms. It's a place where moms can connect, ask questions, share advice and discuss the topics that are relevant to their lives as moms and as women.
While we regularly monitor the site's content, SiouxFallsMoms.com is a community discussion site that is governed by its users. Community members are expected to show respect for one another and the opinions/views posted. It is up to the community members to ensure that the site discussions are positive, informative, supportive and entertaining.
While the site was created solely with moms in mind, the SiouxFallsMoms.com community as a whole accepts that non-moms may find its content useful. Anyone using the site who is not a mom is asked to respect the purpose and intent of the site. As a non-mom, if you choose to participate on this site, you are expected to conduct yourself appropriately and in full consideration of the moms in our community.
Discussions on SiouxFallsMoms.com can range from child-rearing, religion, sex and other topics that feature a variety of viewpoints. Not every discussion on the site will fall in line with the values/morals/lifestyles of every community member. We suggest you disregard the conversations that are not appropriate for you, and instead focus on the topics you can relate to.
Before you create a discussion, we encourage you to think about the purpose of your post and what you hope to learn or gain from the responses. When you seek input/opinions from other community members, be prepared to get all types of feedback. Debates can be enlightening, but should remain focused on the topic and not become personal. If a comment isn't something you would say face-to-face to women you just met, then it probably shouldn't be typed in our forum.
SiouxFallsMoms.com is intended for grown-ups, with adult subject matter and language. Vulgar, obscene and/or gratuitous comments will be removed immediately and the posters reprimanded or removed. FCC- accepted cusswords, while not encouraged or condoned, are tolerated. We're moms, and we hope our community members will speak to one another with kindness, respect and appropriate language.
The members of SiouxFallsMoms.com determine the tone and environment on the site. We encourage you to invest positive energy on SiouxFallsMoms.com to make it the supportive, informative and entertaining site it is intended to be.
Q: I thought I registered, but I haven't received my password.
A: Sometimes our automated password e-mails get blocked. Please contact the site administrators by using the form found on the “Contact Us” page. Tell them your user name, and they will reset your password and send it to you.
Q: How do I start a discussion?
A: Select the subject that best fits your comment/question either from the Mom to Mom pull-down menu at the top of the homepage. Click on the subject where you want to post your discussion. On the subject page, click on "start a new discussion" at the top of the page. Type your headline and copy, and then be sure to click "submit" at the bottom of the page. You should see your discussion pop up on the homepage.
Q: How do I change my password or other information in my profile?
A: Click on "My Account" on the homepage. This takes you to your user profile, where you click on "Edit My Account." Depending on the information you want to change, you can make changes on this page or click on "Personal Information" and make changes on that page.
Q: Can other users see my personal information in my profile?
A: No. Only you and site administrators can see your personal information. (To check, click on any other user’s profile. The information listed is the same as what other users can see in your profile).
Q: How safe is the environment on SiouxFallsMoms.com?
A: While we do everything in our power to provide a safe environment, you have no way of truly knowing whom you are communicating with on a Web site. Please use caution in sharing any personal information with anyone you do not know and have not met. If you plan a playgroup meeting or other gathering, please meet in a public place where other people will be present. We also encourage you to be guarded in the amount of information you share about your children.
Q: What happens when a comment is flagged?
A: You should flag a comment when it contains offensive language, is a personal attack or is in some other way inappropriate for the site. When you flag a comment, the administrators receive a notification e-mail. They review the flagged comment and determine whether to unflag it, delete it or leave it flagged. Flagged comments sometimes remain on the site because they have the potential to be offensive to some members, but not to the greater community.
Q: What's the best way to handle a discussion that is becoming heated?
A: Walk away. When it becomes obvious that a poster is not willing to be open minded and accepting of others' opinions, it is pointless to continue the discussion. Walking away also gives you time to calm down and get your emotions in check, so that you do not post a comment that you'll later regret.
Q: How can I locate a discussion that was posted awhile back?
A: The best way is through the search tool. Enter a key word from the discussion, and you will get a list of discussions containing that word. If you know which channel it was posted in, you also can check the channel directory.
Q: Can I delete a post?
A: Yes. If it is a discussion that you started, then you can delete it at any time. Go to the discussion and then click "edit" under the SiouxFallsMoms.com logo at the top left of the page. Scroll to the bottom of the page and hit "delete." Then, confirm that you want to delete the post.
Q: How do I delete my account?
A: You can send a note to the administrators through the form on the “Contact Us” page or send a private message to Sfmadmin and we will delete your account for you. We prefer to handle these requests in private, rather than in the forums.
Q: What is a PM?
A: On SiouxFallsMoms.com, a PM is a private message. It provides the opportunity to privately email back and forth on the site with other Sioux Falls Moms. The conversations are private - between the two people engaging in the conversation - and the expectation is that the content of the conversations remains private. Posting the content of a PM in the site's discussion threads without the PM sender's permission is unacceptable and can result in the poster receiving a warning from the site's moderators and/or having her account deleted. If you receive a PM that is threatening, abusive, appears to be a scam or is in any other way offensive, you should immediately notify the administrators.
Q: How do I send a PM or private message?
A: To send a private message, simply click on the name of the user you wish to contact. Then click "send a private message."
Where to post
Q: I'm a daycare provider. Where do I post my childcare openings?
A: You must post in the Childcare Providers thread, listed at the top of the “Childcare” forum (http://siouxfallsmoms.com/childcare_providers_list_your_openings_here). Any information posted as a discussion elsewhere will be deleted. Please ask potential clients to contact you via PM.
Q: I’m looking for a daycare provider. Where do I post my inquiry?
A: You must post in the Help Me Find a Daycare thread, listed at the top of the “Childcare” forum (http://siouxfallsmoms.com/help_me_find_a_daycare). Any information posted as a discussion elsewhere will be deleted. Please ask potential daycare providers to contact you via PM.
Q: I’m a babysitter. Where can I post information about my services?
A: You must post in the Babysitters thread, listed at the top of the “Childcare” forum (http://siouxfallsmoms.com/babysitters_are_you_one_do_you_need_one_post_here). Any information posted as a discussion elsewhere will be deleted. Please ask potential clients to contact you via PM.
Q: I'm looking for a babysitter for my child. Where's the best place to post?
A: You must post in the Babysitters thread, listed at the top of the “Childcare” forum (http://siouxfallsmoms.com/babysitters_are_you_one_do_you_need_one_post_here). Any information posted as a discussion elsewhere will be deleted. Please ask potential babysitters to contact you via PM.
Q: I want to let moms know about my home-based business or service and ask if they want to buy my products or services or book parties. Where should I post?
A: You must post in the “Promote your business or service here” thread, located at the top of the Working forum. (http://siouxfallsmoms.com/promote_your_business_or_service_here). Any information posted as a discussion elsewhere will be deleted.
Q: I have an item that I would like to give away/sell. Where can I post it?
A: You can list your item in the Mom Marketplace, a thread listed at the top of the “Bargains & Deals” forum (http://www.siouxfallsmoms.com/mom_marketplace). Please ask the moms to contact you via PM. Any items listed in discussions elsewhere will be deleted.
Q: I am looking for gently used furniture, clothing, toys or other items. Where can I post my want ad?
A: You can list the item you are looking for in the Mom Marketplace, a thread listed at the top of the “Bargains & Deals” forum. (http://www.siouxfallsmoms.com/mom_marketplace). Please ask the moms to contact you via PM. Any items-wanted listed in discussions elsewhere will be deleted.
SiouxFallsMoms.com was created as an information resource for local moms. It's a place where moms can connect, ask questions, share advice and discuss the topics that are relevant to their lives as moms and as women.
While we regularly monitor the site's content, SiouxFallsMoms.com is a community discussion site that is governed by its users. Community members are expected to show respect for one another and the opinions/views posted. It is up to the community members to ensure that the site discussions are positive, informative, supportive and entertaining.
While the site was created solely with moms in mind, the SiouxFallsMoms.com community as a whole accepts that non-moms may find its content useful. Anyone using the site who is not a mom is asked to respect the purpose and intent of the site. As a non-mom, if you choose to participate on this site, you are expected to conduct yourself appropriately and in full consideration of the moms in our community.
Discussions on SiouxFallsMoms.com can range from child-rearing, religion, sex and other topics that feature a variety of viewpoints. Not every discussion on the site will fall in line with the values/morals/lifestyles of every community member. We suggest you disregard the conversations that are not appropriate for you, and instead focus on the topics you can relate to.
Before you create a discussion, we encourage you to think about the purpose of your post and what you hope to learn or gain from the responses. When you seek input/opinions from other community members, be prepared to get all types of feedback. Debates can be enlightening, but should remain focused on the topic and not become personal. If a comment isn't something you would say face-to-face to women you just met, then it probably shouldn't be typed in our forum.
SiouxFallsMoms.com is intended for grown-ups, with adult subject matter and language. Vulgar, obscene and/or gratuitous comments will be removed immediately and the posters reprimanded or removed. FCC- accepted cusswords, while not encouraged or condoned, are tolerated. We're moms, and we hope our community members will speak to one another with kindness, respect and appropriate language.
The members of SiouxFallsMoms.com determine the tone and environment on the site. We encourage you to invest positive energy on SiouxFallsMoms.com to make it the supportive, informative and entertaining site it is intended to be.
Q: I thought I registered, but I haven't received my password.
A: Sometimes our automated password e-mails get blocked. Please contact the site administrators by using the form found on the “Contact Us” page. Tell them your user name, and they will reset your password and send it to you.
Q: How do I start a discussion?
A: Select the subject that best fits your comment/question either from the Mom to Mom pull-down menu at the top of the homepage. Click on the subject where you want to post your discussion. On the subject page, click on "start a new discussion" at the top of the page. Type your headline and copy, and then be sure to click "submit" at the bottom of the page. You should see your discussion pop up on the homepage.
Q: How do I change my password or other information in my profile?
A: Click on "My Account" on the homepage. This takes you to your user profile, where you click on "Edit My Account." Depending on the information you want to change, you can make changes on this page or click on "Personal Information" and make changes on that page.
Q: Can other users see my personal information in my profile?
A: No. Only you and site administrators can see your personal information. (To check, click on any other user’s profile. The information listed is the same as what other users can see in your profile).
Q: How safe is the environment on SiouxFallsMoms.com?
A: While we do everything in our power to provide a safe environment, you have no way of truly knowing whom you are communicating with on a Web site. Please use caution in sharing any personal information with anyone you do not know and have not met. If you plan a playgroup meeting or other gathering, please meet in a public place where other people will be present. We also encourage you to be guarded in the amount of information you share about your children.
Q: What happens when a comment is flagged?
A: You should flag a comment when it contains offensive language, is a personal attack or is in some other way inappropriate for the site. When you flag a comment, the administrators receive a notification e-mail. They review the flagged comment and determine whether to unflag it, delete it or leave it flagged. Flagged comments sometimes remain on the site because they have the potential to be offensive to some members, but not to the greater community.
Q: What's the best way to handle a discussion that is becoming heated?
A: Walk away. When it becomes obvious that a poster is not willing to be open minded and accepting of others' opinions, it is pointless to continue the discussion. Walking away also gives you time to calm down and get your emotions in check, so that you do not post a comment that you'll later regret.
Q: How can I locate a discussion that was posted awhile back?
A: The best way is through the search tool. Enter a key word from the discussion, and you will get a list of discussions containing that word. If you know which channel it was posted in, you also can check the channel directory.
Q: Can I delete a post?
A: Yes. If it is a discussion that you started, then you can delete it at any time. Go to the discussion and then click "edit" under the SiouxFallsMoms.com logo at the top left of the page. Scroll to the bottom of the page and hit "delete." Then, confirm that you want to delete the post.
Q: How do I delete my account?
A: You can send a note to the administrators through the form on the “Contact Us” page or send a private message to Sfmadmin and we will delete your account for you. We prefer to handle these requests in private, rather than in the forums.
Q: What is a PM?
A: On SiouxFallsMoms.com, a PM is a private message. It provides the opportunity to privately email back and forth on the site with other Sioux Falls Moms. The conversations are private - between the two people engaging in the conversation - and the expectation is that the content of the conversations remains private. Posting the content of a PM in the site's discussion threads without the PM sender's permission is unacceptable and can result in the poster receiving a warning from the site's moderators and/or having her account deleted. If you receive a PM that is threatening, abusive, appears to be a scam or is in any other way offensive, you should immediately notify the administrators.
Q: How do I send a PM or private message?
A: To send a private message, simply click on the name of the user you wish to contact. Then click "send a private message."
Where to post
Q: I'm a daycare provider. Where do I post my childcare openings?
A: You must post in the Childcare Providers thread, listed at the top of the “Childcare” forum (http://siouxfallsmoms.com/childcare_providers_list_your_openings_here). Any information posted as a discussion elsewhere will be deleted. Please ask potential clients to contact you via PM.
Q: I’m looking for a daycare provider. Where do I post my inquiry?
A: You must post in the Help Me Find a Daycare thread, listed at the top of the “Childcare” forum (http://siouxfallsmoms.com/help_me_find_a_daycare). Any information posted as a discussion elsewhere will be deleted. Please ask potential daycare providers to contact you via PM.
Q: I’m a babysitter. Where can I post information about my services?
A: You must post in the Babysitters thread, listed at the top of the “Childcare” forum (http://siouxfallsmoms.com/babysitters_are_you_one_do_you_need_one_post_here). Any information posted as a discussion elsewhere will be deleted. Please ask potential clients to contact you via PM.
Q: I'm looking for a babysitter for my child. Where's the best place to post?
A: You must post in the Babysitters thread, listed at the top of the “Childcare” forum (http://siouxfallsmoms.com/babysitters_are_you_one_do_you_need_one_post_here). Any information posted as a discussion elsewhere will be deleted. Please ask potential babysitters to contact you via PM.
Q: I want to let moms know about my home-based business or service and ask if they want to buy my products or services or book parties. Where should I post?
A: You must post in the “Promote your business or service here” thread, located at the top of the Working forum. (http://siouxfallsmoms.com/promote_your_business_or_service_here). Any information posted as a discussion elsewhere will be deleted.
Q: I have an item that I would like to give away/sell. Where can I post it?
A: You can list your item in the Mom Marketplace, a thread listed at the top of the “Bargains & Deals” forum (http://www.siouxfallsmoms.com/mom_marketplace). Please ask the moms to contact you via PM. Any items listed in discussions elsewhere will be deleted.
Q: I am looking for gently used furniture, clothing, toys or other items. Where can I post my want ad?
A: You can list the item you are looking for in the Mom Marketplace, a thread listed at the top of the “Bargains & Deals” forum. (http://www.siouxfallsmoms.com/mom_marketplace). Please ask the moms to contact you via PM. Any items-wanted listed in discussions elsewhere will be deleted.