Blog – Laurie Sliva

In our house, we don’t say the B-word

jaxonmacimom–Uncategorized–July 31, 2018August 1, 2018

With summer coming to a close and you reflect back on your time with your kids, how many of us […]

Let’s Talk About Sex…

jaxonmacimom–Be Real, Communication, Courageous Conversations, Parenting–May 29, 2018May 29, 2018

Conversations and topics beginning to feel awkward and uncomfortable for parents and kids alike? I know from fellow parents in […]

Not Enough

jaxonmacimom–Be Real, Kids, Parenting, You are Enough–April 24, 2018April 24, 2018

Have you ever had one of those pivotal turning point moments? Those moments when you know something’s got to give. […]

"How on earth do we help our son and daughter preserve their authentic selves and to know how amazing they are?"

"I am worried about their stress level (and mine) trying to maintain activities with school, sports, family, and balance homework --- and the attitude that comes with it!"

- Dad of Middle & High Schoolers

"I’m terrified about the current culture for teens, but I'm lost on how to have those conversations about the important stuff (cue the eye rolls)."

- Dad of 2nd & 6th Graders

"I am struggling to stay connected to my teenagers who seem to be allergic to me lately. It breaks my heart."

- Mom of Teens

"What do I say to my daughter who is 9 and tells me that she thinks she is fat?"

"How do I communicate in a way my son will listen to me? These days all I am getting is eye rolls and shoulder shrugs."

- Mom of a 12-yr-old

"For me this stage has by far been the most difficult and scary time. It seems every day brings new territory."

- Mom of a High School Student