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Life’s a Mom
Honest, unfiltered, and straight from the heart — Life’s a Mom is a real talk podcast about motherhood. I’m Nicole, a stay-at-home mom sharing my journey and inviting other moms to have raw conversations about postpartum, identity, relationships, and the moments that don’t make it to social media. This isn’t a highlight reel — it’s a space for real connection, real feelings, and real motherhood. Because you’re not alone… and you don’t have to pretend to have it all together.
Episodes
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Devil Wears Prada, Mom Wears Leggings
What do beauty editors know that the rest of us don’t? Nicole Pearl spent years inside InStyle and Allure before becoming “The Beauty Girl,” an on-air expert…
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Let’s Talk Down There: Motherhood & Pelvic Health with Lisette
We’re talking all things motherhood—including pelvic health! In this episode of Life’s a Mom, Lisette joins me for an honest conversation about motherhood…
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I Still Became a Mother, Just Not the Way I Thought
Is motherhood defined by biology, or by the love you choose to show up with every day? Esther Victoria Toribio learned at 12 that her path to motherhood would…
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Kinga Steel: Motherhood, Resilience & Becoming a Powerhouse
Behind every powerhouse is a story you don’t always see. In this episode of Life’s a Mom, Kinga Steel opens up about her journey to success, the challenges…
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The Reality of Mom Life (Beyond the Highlight Reel) | Nicki in Pink
What does mom life really look like behind the perfectly curated posts? In this episode, I sit down with mom and content creator Nicki to talk about the real…
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Motherhood, Hair Loss & Finding Yourself Again | Mary of Nouvelle Hair Solutions
Motherhood changes so much about us — physically, emotionally, and personally. This week, I sit down with Mary, founder of Nouvelle Hair Solutions, to talk all…
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The Postpartum Conversation Every Mom Needs to Hear | Zenful Mamas
Why don’t we talk more about what happens to a woman after the baby is born? In this episode, we get real about postpartum, the transition into motherhood…
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Love Isn’t Enough: Why Couples Struggle After Kids
Why can marriage feel so much harder after having kids — even when you still love each other? This week, I sit down with relationship expert Dr. Marni Feuerman…
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The Parts of Motherhood We Don’t Talk About | With Dora Deza
What started as a conversation about motherhood turned into something much deeper. This week, I sit down with Dora Deza for an honest and emotional…
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The Reality of Motherhood: Love, Marriage & Everything In Between
This week on Life's a Mom, I'm joined by one of my favorite people, Pamela—an original Mom Dates Collective mom who has been part of this community from the…
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How a Single Mom Turned Her Hardest Battle Into a Thriving Business
What happens when life turns completely upside down? This week on Life's a Mom, I sit down with Miranda Miller, founder of Luxy Tan Co., to hear her incredible…
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Rethinking Everything You've Been Taught — with Helen
Mentor Helen joins Nicole for a conversation that flips conventional thinking on its head. Helen shares her unique way of seeing life — why so much of what…
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Motherhood, IVF & Finding Your Village | with Frances
On this episode of Life's a Mom, I sit down with Frances, the Broward Ambassador for Mom Dates Collective, for an honest conversation about the journey to…
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Creating a Life You Don't Need to Escape From
Pilates instructor and wellness creator Melody Morales (@mellys) joins Nicole to talk about building a life that actually feels good to live in — no vacation…
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The Trauma That Shaped Me, the Healing That Changed Me
This is the most personal episode I've ever recorded. For years, I've shared pieces of my story, but never the whole picture. In this episode, I'm opening up…
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From Heartbreak to Purpose: Chef Devon's Journey of Resilience & Following Her Passion
Success rarely comes without struggle, and Chef Devon's story is proof that even the hardest seasons can lead you to your purpose. In this episode of Life's a…
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A Mother's Day Special: Real Moms. Real Stories. Real Motherhood.
To celebrate Mother's Day, I invited an incredible group of moms aboard a yacht for a series of honest conversations about motherhood, identity, joy, and the…
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Your Pelvic Floor Matters: What Every Woman Should Know with Beixi Li
So many women are told that leaking when they laugh, sneeze, or exercise is "normal" after having kids—but it's not. In this episode of Life's a Mom, I sit…
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The Truth About Kids’ Nutrition, Picky Eating & Vitamins with Ariana Pareja, Founder of Mighty Minis
In this episode of Life’s A Mom, I sit down with Ariana Pareja, mom, entrepreneur, and founder of Mighty Minis Vitamins, a company dedicated to helping parents…
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Finding Alignment, Purpose & Your Highest Self with Jordana Fortaleza
In this episode of Life’s A Mom, I sit down with Jordana Fortaleza, entrepreneur, wellness advocate, and founder of The Lyfestyle Co. and the ALITHIR App…
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Can Mothers-in-Law and Daughters-in-Law Actually Get Along?
Mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationships are often portrayed as difficult, competitive, or full of tension—but where do those stereotypes come from, and…
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From Pain to Purpose: Adriana Gentile on Healing, Faith, Confidence & Starting Over
In this episode of Life’s a Mom, I sit down with Adriana Gentile—author, speaker, entrepreneur, and advocate for personal growth—to talk about resilience…
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Healing the Parts of You That Motherhood Triggered | Life’s a Mom with Latti
In this deeply honest episode of Life’s a Mom, Nicole sits down with Latti from @livingin_progress to talk about the emotional side of motherhood that so many…
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Bosses in Heels Founder Alexis on Motherhood, Money & Motivation
This week on Life’s a Mom, I sit down with Alexis from Bosses in Heels for a conversation about motherhood, ambition, sacrifice, and what success truly means…
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From Mom Struggle to Million Dollar Idea with Elena from MyBeeBear
This week on Life’s a Mom, I sat down with Elena Shamanova Ducoin, founder of MyBeeBear, for a conversation every parent will relate to. What started as her…
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Plot Twist: Motherhood Changed Everything
This week on Life’s a Mom, I sat down with Leanne for a deeply personal conversation about identity, motherhood, love, faith, and becoming a new version of…
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How Motherhood Changes Your Body: Peptides, Hormones & Healing with Pillar from Venusta Health
This week on Life’s a Mom, I sat down with Pillar from Venusta Health for an honest and eye-opening conversation about women’s health, postpartum changes…
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Your Smile Matters Too: Dental Health for Moms with Dr. Agla
n this episode of Life’s a Mom, Nicole sits down with Dr. Agla to talk about something many moms put on the back burner: their dental health. From pregnancy…
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Write From the Start: Raising Confident Learners
In today’s episode of Life’s a Mom, Nicole sits down with education expert, entrepreneur, and mom Lisa Collum, founder and CEO of Top Score Writing. Lisa…
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Love Lessons from a Matchmaker Mom of Five
On this episode of Life’s a Mom, I sit down with Laura Neal (@laurathematchmaker) — professional matchmaker, relationship expert, and mom of two sets of twins…
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Helping Kids Find Their Voice
On the Life’s a Mom podcast, I’m joined by speech-language pathologist Alex Telvi for an informative and reassuring conversation about how children develop…
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No Screens… Seriously?! Let’s Talk About It.
This week on Life’s a Mom, I’m diving into a topic that so many moms deal with but rarely talk about openly: screens, routines, tantrums, and the emotional…
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A Real Mom Thanksgiving: Gratitude, Overwhelm & Finding Your Village
This week on Life’s a Mom, I’m getting honest about Thanksgiving — the gratitude, the chaos, the overwhelm, and the way motherhood makes everything feel more…
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Our Real Marriage Story: What We Fixed, What We Learned
In this episode, I’m opening up about something every couple experiences, even the ones who look perfect from the outside — the seasons where marriage feels…
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From New York to Palm Beach: The Woman Who Inspired It All — Building Community Through Motherhood with Gal
This episode is extra special — my good friend Gal from New York joins me! She was the original inspiration behind Mom Date and Play Dates, and she’s doing…
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What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Mom
This one’s for every woman standing on the edge of motherhood — and for the mom who sometimes misses who she used to be. I’m sharing what I wish I could tell…
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Burpees, Babies, and Balance
Who says mom life and fitness can’t mix? (Besides anyone who’s tried a plank with a baby on their back.) Amber from FIT4MOM joins me to discuss how she helps…
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Boca Bitches, Blessings & Boundaries
Boca has a reputation, right? We’ve all heard the phrase “Boca bitches.” But here’s the thing—I haven’t met a single one. Instead, I’ve found supportive, kind…
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The Highlight Reel vs. The Real Deal
In this episode of Life’s a Mom, I’m diving into the whole “Pinterest Mom vs. Real Mom” thing. Yes, I admit it — I love the Pinterest side of motherhood. The…
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Squats & Sippy Cups
In this episode, I sit down with Amir, celebrity trainer and my personal trainer, to dive into the world of fitness and motherhood. Amir has been such a…
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Motherhood: Our Greatest Teacher
This week I sat down to share a thought that’s been on my mind: while we’re busy raising our children, motherhood is also raising us. The long nights, the big…
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Plank You Very Much
This week, I’m so excited to welcome Michelle, a private Pilates instructor who focuses on one-on-one training. We dive into why group fitness classes can feel…
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Marriage After Kids: From Roommates to Teammates
Life after kids doesn’t just change your schedule—it changes your marriage. In this episode, Nicole opens up about the season where she and Ben felt more like…
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Mom Rage Is Real (and You’re Not Broken)
Let’s talk about it — the snapping, the yelling, the guilt that follows. In this episode, I’m getting honest about mom rage — where it comes from, what it…
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The Little Blue Pill That Helped Me Find Myself Again
This week, I’m sharing the story I never thought I’d tell — my experience starting Zoloft as a mom. From the messy beginning to the quiet transformation, I…
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Sleep-Deprived Housewives: Mom Edition
In this episode, we’re diving into the real, raw side of mom friendships — the judgment, the jealousy, and the joy that comes when you finally find your…
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Skinny Shots & Mom Thoughts
This isn’t just about weight loss shots. It’s about the silent pressure so many of us feel as moms — to bounce back, to shrink ourselves, to meet a standard…
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Body Image, Botox, and Being a Mom in 2025
If you’ve ever stared in the mirror wondering, “Do I need Botox… or just a nap?”— welcome to the club. This week, I’m spilling it all — the good, the bad, and…
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I Have a Nanny, Chef, and Cleaners... and I Still Struggle
I have a nanny. I have a chef. I have a cleaning crew. And I still feel like I’m one lost pacifier away from a full mental breakdown. Seriously — how is it…
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Proud stay at home mama.
In this episode, our guest speaker is Mariella. She is a stay-at-home mom based in San Diego, California. We discussed the challenges of being a stay-at-home…
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Bringing sexy back.
On today's episode, we have a sex therapist, Dr. Rel. She is in NYC. We talk all about sex after kids and how to handle conversations around sex with your…
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The little talkers.
In today's episode, we have three guests. Cara, Jamie, and Jen! They specialize in speech-language and communication in early development. They are passionate…
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You are one funny mama!
On today's episode, I have a mama, who is a writer/producer based in NYC. She is also a comedian, who lightens the situations of pregnancy/motherhood. She…
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Hey, you're a really good mom.
Today's guest is Emma. She has a full-time job and runs her own business. She talks about how she balances everything while her husband is in chiropractic…
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My neck, my back, my anxiety attack!
Today's guest is Aimee. She is a therapist who focuses on mood disorders and everything that relates to anxiety. If you are a mom, I am sure you can relate to…
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Unplug to recharge.
Many people assume that stay-at-home moms, stay at home all day. WRONG. On the contrary, many stay-at-home moms try to find things to do out of the house to…
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Wet your plants, not your pants.
Today's guest is Stefanie. She is a pelvic therapist who has been passionate about healing people with pelvic floor issues/pain. In this episode, she talks…
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The first plan is the birth plan.
If you are a planner, you will love this episode. When it comes to planning your daily schedule, you don't think twice. You (most times) know exactly what your…
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It's been a hard day's night, and I've been working like a mom.
Many moms work. Some moms enjoy it, while others dread it. Being a mom in itself is a hard job. In today's episode, our mom guest, Alyssa, comes on to talk…
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Happy stay-at-home mama.
Many people assume that stay-at-home moms have a lot of free time. FALSE! Stay-at-home moms are just as busy as working moms. It can be hard to stay sane. In…