
Songs for safety and speaking up
No Secrets from Mom
A body-safety song with one simple rule: every secret goes straight to Mom. Kids learn the difference between surprises and secrets, that gifts and threats never buy silence, and what to do if Mom isn't there, ending with a mom's promise to always believe her child.
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What this song explores
Secrets versus surprises
Gifts and threats never buy silence
Telling another trusted grown-up and keeping on telling
Read the full lyrics
I never keep a secret from my mom, my mom
She loves me and protects me from everyone
If someone says "Shhh, keep it a secret, don't tell anyone"
I run straight to my mom and tell her what was done
My mom is my protector, she loves me through and through
All secrets go straight to my mom, I won't keep one for you
I'll never be in trouble, and she'll be glad to see
When someone says "Shhh, keep it a secret" it'll never work with me
A surprise is like a present or a party for a friend
We keep it quiet for a short while, then share it in the end
But secrets never ever end, they like to run and hide
And if you say "Shhh, keep it a secret" I won't keep it inside
Even if they give me presents or say I'm special too
If they say "Don't you tell your mom" I know just what to do
No matter if I love them or know them very well
If a gift comes with a secret, that's a secret I will tell
So when someone says "Shhh, keep it a secret" I'll tell Mom right away
And if they say they'll hurt her, I'll tell her anyway
I'll never be in trouble, and I did nothing wrong
Telling my mom the secret means that I am strong
My mom is my protector, she loves me through and through
All secrets go straight to my mom, I won't keep one for you
I'll never be in trouble, and she'll be glad to see
When someone says "Shhh, keep it a secret" it'll never work with me
If my mom is far away and I don't know what to do
I'll find another grown-up I can tell the secret to
And if the first one doesn't listen, I'll tell others till they do
Because telling isn't tattling, it helps to get me through
If they don't say the word "secret" but it doesn't feel quite right
My tummy does a funny flip or my chest is feeling tight
I don't have to know the reason or have the perfect words to say
I'll tell Mom just what I felt and who made me feel that way
If I did just what they said and thought I broke a rule
And it makes me feel embarrassed at my home or at my school
It's never ever my fault, and my mom will love me still
I'll tell her what the secret is, and I always, always will
My mom is my protector, she loves me through and through
All secrets go straight to my mom, I won't keep one for you
I'll never be in trouble, and she'll be glad to see
When someone says "Shhh, keep it a secret" it'll never work with me
If someone ever tells you "Shhh, don't you tell your mom"
You must run straight to me, my love, and tell me this was done
Even if they say they'll hurt me, or even if you love them so
You must promise you will come to me and tell me what you know
You can always, always tell me, no matter if it's bad
No matter how confusing, embarrassing, or sad
You will never be in trouble, and I'll believe you till the end
I'm your mom, I'm your protector, and on me you can depend!
The people behind the song
- Music and lyrics
- Lida Mankovski
- Singing & vocals
- Cara Onofrio
- Co-producers
- Lida Mankovski & Cara Onofrio
- Executive producer
- Lida Mankovski
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A little help with the conversation.
Explore each verse with simple, reassuring words, practice sentences, and guidance on what to say if a child tells you something. For parents, caregivers, and educators of children ages 3 to 8.
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For teachers
Chapter One is being developed around No Secrets from Mom. Selected educators can try the lessons at no charge and share classroom feedback. Registering interest does not guarantee enrollment or immediate access.
Parent and teacher resources
Simple ways to talk about the ideas in this song.
- Secrets versus surprises: how to explain the difference to a child
- How to help a child practice telling a trusted adult
- What to say when your child tells you something worrying


