Mom whose back-to-school rules for son went viral talks to TODAY
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.พ. 2025
- Nicole Jackson, the mom who went viral for her hilarious TikTok video listing back-to-school rules joins TODAY along with her son Kai, to talk about the video’s relatability and the lessons it teaches parents and their children.
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"Taking the intrusive thought and saying it outloud in a way that's receivable." This mom is so emotionally aware and intelligent! "What we're not gonna do is forget that we love each other." He has inherited her wisdom!
Listen! At first I was just laughing about the video…. But when she spoke…her self-awareness and insight is just so amazing. This young man has a gem of a mom. Hope he values it ❤️🙏🏽🥰
Which makes no sense! Who wants to receive a negative thought.
Women who raise sons along need manly support from good trusted neighbors, church, and men's groups.
@@jeanettejamison1045 YES IN JESUS NAME.
Truly. Love her energy. Totally relatable ❤
“You’ve been getting up at 6:77 all summer” 😂😂😂
"Some ungodly hour that does not exist", this ain't that! 😂😂😂
😂😂I love ❤️ this!!
By the time my daughter was 8, she would get ready entirely and wake ME when it was time to drive her to school. When you teach a child...
@@tabaxikhajit4541 wow. Good on you mom or dad. I won’t say I’m jealous but I definitely wish I could relate. I am a type A human and taught my daughter all the tricks of the trade but she just didn’t grasp it. Used to drive me crazy and I thought she was just being combative but turns out she had underlying reasons why getting up and ready wasn’t easy for her (personal stuff I won’t disclose on TH-cam) You definitely lucked out with having kids who not only get it but are also able to execute it. unfortunately not all parents can say the same. That said I’m sure your child benefited immensely and kudos to you on that
@@tabaxikhajit4541yup that’s how I was raised and me &. My cousin used to do dishes before school, clean the house and everything…I’m 24
The fact that he's smiling right when it shows them shows that he is a good kid and respects his mom. He's not mad he's not embarrassed he thinks it's funny. Seems like a really good kid and I applaud the mom. Kids need discipline.
😂 dude, you read way too much into that. he's on TV. that's all.
@@jusletursoulglobaby disagree
@@xjcrossx I know you do bc you wrote an essay based on absolute conjecture. that's cool. just pointing out, what I wrote
@@jusletursoulglobaby if that's an essay to you, you must be really smart lol
@@xjcrossx no hun, I had the definition of essay in mind when I used it to describe your conjecture filled comment. do you think essay means length? 😂 it doesn't.
As a Teacher, I LOVE LOVE LOVE this woman's video. She lets her kid know what the expectations are with love and respect. Wish there were MORE PARENTS like her!!!
That's what the Bible is for
As an educator, I totally agree!❤
Appreciate you teacher.
Unfortunately, she is an anomaly
There are, but you don't see them all over social media because they're too busy working...as a mom.
Someone already commented this but I want to also say: consider hiring this woman. She really held her own on the show and I can see her working in television 👏🏾
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤
I see her as a counsellor than a journalist.
I thought the same! Maybe a parent correspondent.
Exactly. School report , lunch report . 😂
Most Definitely I see them both in tv maybe in a sitcom . Wishing nothing but the best for them 😊
As a retired teacher let me say that I LOVE this mom!
As a music teacher, me too! 😊
Totally. Home school parents here. I agree
I loved the son's response. He's got a great sense of humor, like his mama.
She’s holding her own on a today show interview! Hire her!!
I noticed this too. She didn’t let anyone interrupt her, she went with the flow and was relatable and funny. I honestly think she’d do really well on tv
I did too.
what does by your not waking up at 677 lol
❤ I appreciate this lady, as a kid that was up at 6am during the summer 😂
Period
What a wonderful mother & son bond! love it!
She better enjoy in before he gets sentenced!
Right
You should get out more
What a great mom and son duo. Like the man said, you can tell how much they love each other and that they’re close. He’s adorable
What man? Oh, the host. I thought you were talking about the boys father. My bad. Carry on. 😢
That young man's smile! What a wonderful mother and son. I'm still smiling!!!
I love them both. This young man is going to grow up to be such a gentle man. Mom, good for you. God bless you both.
Let these pod casts tell it, Kai will end up soft and entitled because of this very intelligent and well spoken and quite grounded lady. To all of them.....shut up!
Amen❤
I am a rehab RN also. When you were first speaking, I said to myself, she is a nurse. So proud of your little man. You are doing a wonderful raising him!!
She did tell what our children are like in real life. Go Mom.
Nicole is amazing! She's always been this hilarious since we were kids
She has definitely been a great mom in supporting Kai & all his endeavors. Keep sharing the of you both enjoying life. We love you guys....So proud to witness this moment with the world. ❤
Thank you so much ❤❤❤❤
This is what a “heard” child looks like. Please take notes. You can talk at a boy all you want but if you don’t give him a minute to be heard & recognized, you’re in trouble real quick - this ain’t that!!!
Good for you young man.
Mom, keep positive boundaries going and keep positive male family members in his life (on the daily) and you will have a college education under him and a bright path before him before you can blink!!!
Hardest part is coming so keep preparing him well to be a communicator and a thinker. Teach him everything is possible with the right foundation and the right fans!!!
You have perspective. This momma and boy don't need it, but you are helping others understand what is missing.
The world would be a better place if all kids had moms like this, but having a kid like this would probably make it easier!
The kid is like that BECAUSE of the mom. As a former teacher, I learned early in my career that once you met the parents, you clearly understood why the child behaved as he or she did.
Parents like this*
Yes😊
And that includes all races, not just the ones that show you
I love that mom and baby boy are matching their outfits.
I know, right. I saw that! 😊
I'm glad I'm not the only one that noticed it
I was just thinking this and then I looked down and saw this comment❤️💯
Lit!
Her smile is infectious! As a single mom whose son just started high school, I relate. But the flu has no boundaries, so the first week is a wash for us. Good luck ya'll!
These are the people that should run parenting classes.
Beautiful ❤
😂😂😂😂😂 he wasn’t playing with that bagel 😂😂😂. Also a perfect example of it’s not the quantity of parents, but the quality of parenting.
Thank you so much for saying this!
"I can't miss you if you don't leave."
😄😄😄😄😄
Al always has the perfect quip-I could not stop laughing
Love this interview! Very nice example of relationships. Media needs to portrait our communities in a more positive way like this family. Thank you Today!😍
MOST Families in the Community are like this one but Mainstream Focus more on the Ratchet ones. So do the Folks on Social Media who forever have negative comments about their own community based on what is being portrayed in the Media.
* portray
True.❤❤❤
A beautiful, intelligent mom and her well-mannered and handsome young son!!
I love how Nicole and Kai are so beautifully turned out and colour coded. Loving the red shoes.
Handsome young man. I can't wait to see what he's up to when it's time for college or career.
Watching how they relate to each other is awesome!
Handsome?
@@Jon-p4gWhat part of that confuses you? He's a kid.
@@darlingnikki7215 kid? My 7,8,9 year old mentees are “kids”. He is a “teen” and maybe if you sit down one day and watch the news, they are creat just a much or more crimes than adults. Be alert around them, or you might end up on the news.
Beautiful mom and son! So real for most of us moms!
She had me at "6:77" 😂 I get it mama!! Hope this adorable young man has a fantastic school year.
Yay for this mom. She's teaching him he's still the child and she's the mom and in charge there. Thank God she's teaching him about respect for her and for himself so can mature into a responsible teen and adult.. May God bless you, mom for your love for your son.
There are sooo many other moms that teach their kids about respect that just don’t show them
This is sooo laid back it’s so a good Mom son relationship the way it’s supposed to be.. ❤
Great mom raising a respectful young man💕love to see it
What a wonderful example of a beautiful mother and son relationship! She’s setting boundaries and expectations in place to help support her son in a positive manner. Both mom and son made everyone smile. I would love to revisit Kai in five or six years to see how he’s doing. Mom clearly is setting him up for a productive, fun and successful school year and bright future!
Kai is adorable! God bless him. 🙏🤍
“This ain’t that”! Her son will have a successful life because , no excuses!!
Thank you MAMA for raising a lovely son the bonding is awesome . The way he handled the Macdonald is everything Y'ALL no distractions at all😂😂
Congratulations❤
Need more moms like her.
I love seeing this. My son and I have the same bond.
Keep doing your thing mom and son. Thank you for showing us in a positive manner. GOD bless you and your family.
I love that young man and the dynamics between him and his mom ❣️❣️❣️
I love these two, keeping doing you mom & Kai !! You guys ROCK ❤
They are so sweet. Happy for the two of them.
I saw her tik tok, and it definitely resonated in my house! My 13 year old never complains of his stomach until school starts!!!
😆😆😆😆😆😆.......This is a real momma like mines, I love Ms. Nicole
I LOVE both their confidence! It's especially amazing how comfortable her son is behind the camera!
Mom, you are doing a wonderful job. Blessings
Wonderful Mom and Wonderful Son! Bravo!
I screamed my son be so mad because he can't pause the game 😂😂😂😂 I saw Mom's video this my first time seeing his
Love that mother & son. Keep on being there for one another and enjoying one another. 🥰
Mom, your video exceeded my expectation. I’ve never thought of saying such wise, profound and directional comments. A stomach ache? is never gonna be the same to me. God bless.
Are you the measure for expectations exceeding?
Such a gorgeous young man. This is a beautiful mother son relationship as well!
Boys will be boys l love his humbleness and the way he had his burger nice! Much love all the way from Southern Africa❤❤❤✌️🙏🙏🙏
Love love love these two beautiful people. Talk about a strong mother and son bond.
This mom and son duo are EVERYTHING!!!! Please bring them back. Maybe you could do quick check-ins with them throughout the year, the holidays, etc.…. More please! 🙌🏾
I love so much about this. Their comfortable relationship with one another, mom and son both setting clear boundaries in a respectful way, mom's presence on this show and Kai's energy! You can definitely tell he's being raised to be a MAN with great respect and confidence ❤❤❤
I'm not a parent...but I was that kid when I was young. I can relate 😂
I love their relationship ❤ Thank you for highlighting them
Idk y this brings me happy tears but it does. From one single mom to another…GREAT JOB MOM💙🙏🏾😊I love u guys relationship🥰
I love how they love each other. Kai is such a sweet loving respectful kid. Kai's Mom is the best❤
The cutest thing ever , A beautiful lady and her beautiful son 😊
I think the son’s Clapback was epic.
😂😂😂 it was
Oh, this made me laugh and tear up at the same time. My daughter is 27, and I miss her school days so much!
Mine are still kids, and everybody tells me to enjoy every second !!!
Kai is such a handsome and sweet young man. Good job Mama.❤
Definitely one of my favorite Today Show segments. Welcome to real life. Thank you❤
Mine too! I was smiling and laughing all the way through. We need more of this!!! What ❤️ love
Positive real life at that ☄️💕
This ain’t that…..love it and it will be my new catch phrase! Very cute family
That's right we not going to forget we love each other!!
I saw that! She was spot on and hilarious! 😂😂 Love her!
"i know you happy summer is over and all ..." He called a spade a spade 💀😂😂
Blessings to Nicole and Kai on an awesome school year 2023/2024 🥰🙌🏽🙏🏽
He said, “you know I can’t pause it” 😆
My six year old yesterday 😂😂😂
Super cute. Love his confidence and you can tell there is a lot of love between them. I pray he grows up and makes his mama proud.
He does every day. I'm honored and greatful to be his mother❤
This is wow! Most of us were raised by a toxic generation that didn't know they were but we have chosen to become healthy and raise more healthy individuals. This parent is a perfect example. Wow! I love this.
Thank you. I work very hard to be at it. ❤
I Love this Mom and her awesome son!!! Laughing at the reality 😂❤❤
Kid went to munching immediately! What can he say, he's a growing boy! 😂😂😂😂 Beautiful family ❤
My children are in their late 20s now but I used to be so glad when summer vacation was over and it was time for them to go back to school.
I really enjoyed this story. This mom and kid duo is very funny 😂
It's a parent being an honest and responsible parent and not allowing their child to make up tales that teachers have to deal with on a daily basis. Thank you to the parents that don't say what their child won't do and make sure that they are raising respectful, civilized, and productive young people who knows their worth and others worth also. 🙏🏽
Teachers are liars as well so they are not exempt
What a great family ❤ what a great son and clearly great mom
This was so wholesome. Love it
Lol love this. Good kid, good mom and u can def see the love! Amazing
Every kid deserves a mother like this❤❤
What we not gonna do.... Is ignore the fact they both wearing red shoes! Love it and everything about them.
This was so wholesome and awesome. They are a gorgeous family to boot ❤❤
McDonald's and Mimosas🤩 Gotta live ut! Gotta love Nicole and Kai!😊
i couldn't stop smiling throughout the whole video. wow!
"I can't miss you if you don't leave." Now THAT'S funny!!!🤣🤣🤣
I love them so much! And yes, every single thing she said is so relatable! Lol! And it appears that she is raising a fine young man, so kudos to her because that's not so easy to do these days!
Look at "Small man", so sharp and respectful and respectable 💪🏿👏🏿
What a beautiful family! So happy you featured them!
Son and mother have great humor!
Biggest thing... they love each other!
Awesome Mom and Son... ❤
I can remember my youngest son waking up at 6:77a.m and I'd be so tired 🤣🤣♥️love to both Mom and her beautiful son.
What a nice family. Makes me feel all happy!
I love you Mom, there should be be more moms like you real and down to earth. You are preparing your son for the real world. Roseland Lewis
I love this Mom kudos to her
This touched my heart. I am super close with my sun and he is 19 now. We have this same relationship. He's away at college and I miss him everyday. Shout out to boy moms!!!
Her son is a star 🤩. Loved this!
😊 REPRESENT!!!!!!!
This is the first time Ive seen what mirrors my son and I on this kind of platform. Its absolutely refreshing and encouraging. Thanks to everyone involved!- especially NICOLE JACKSON😂❤😂❤😅
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‘Like a geriatric Crohn’s Patient’ - hilarious 😂😂
It is to good see such love and respect between mother and son. Good job mom.
Omg he is so adorable 😂
Why was the most relatable part right at the end when he started tapping his braids. I literally felt my scalp start itching!