Life’s a Mom

Nicole Kaplan
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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.

  1. 6 FEB

    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 shares how she built a nationally recognized writing curriculum that has helped thousands of students improve their confidence, communication skills, and academic success — all while balancing motherhood and leadership. We talk about: • Why writing confidence is so important for kids • How parents can support struggling writers at home • Test anxiety tips that actually work • What it’s like building a company as a mom • Staying strong through challenges and setbacks This episode is full of practical tools for moms and inspiring lessons about resilience, growth, and believing in your mission. 🎧 Tune in now and be sure to check the show notes to connect with Lisa and Top Score Writing!

    58 min

  2. 29 JAN

    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 plus a baby girl (yes… five kids! 🤍). Laura shares how she discovered her natural intuition for matchmaking, what really makes relationships last, and the biggest green and red flags she sees people ignore in dating. We talk about chemistry vs. compatibility, trusting your intuition, emotional availability, and how becoming a mom completely shifts the way you view love and partnership. She also opens up about balancing motherhood while working with high-profile clients, building meaningful connections in today’s dating world, and the advice she gives to anyone feeling burnt out or discouraged by dating. Whether you’re single, married, dating, or just love relationship insight — this episode is full of wisdom, honesty, and real talk you won’t want to miss. Follow Laura on Instagram: @laurathematchmaker

    45 min

  3. 9 JAN

    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 speech and language skills, what is typical at different ages, and how parents can feel more confident supporting their child’s communication. As both a mother of two and a dedicated advocate for early childhood development, Alex brings a thoughtful blend of professional expertise and personal insight. She also shares perspective from her hands-on work with families — including having been my son’s speech therapist — and her passion for helping children find their voice and thrive. Her email: telvitalk@gmailcom Her website: www.telvitalk.com

    40 min

  4. 04/12/2025

    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 load behind all of it. I start the episode by reading a powerful Dear Nicole letter from a mom who’s been arguing with her husband about screen time — she doesn’t allow any, but every time she leaves the house, he puts the kids in front of the TV. Her frustration, her resentment, and her feeling of being “stuck” are something I know a lot of moms will relate to. After sharing my response, I go deep into the heart of today’s episode, exploring: Why screen time feels so emotionally charged for momsHow broken routines can derail an entire dayThe hidden connection between screens, overstimulation, and tantrumsWhy moms often feel like the only ones holding the boundariesHow the lack of teamwork or consistency creates resentment in marriagesWhat partners often don’t realize about the mental load we carryHow to navigate these differences without losing yourself This is an honest, comforting, and validating episode for every mom who has ever felt alone, unheard, or overwhelmed by the daily battles that seem “small” to everyone else — but shape everything for us. If you’ve ever fought over screen time, struggled with routines, or felt like you’re carrying the emotional weight of motherhood on your own… this episode is for you.

    24 min

  5. 24/11/2025

    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 intense in every direction. I start this episode by reading a “Dear Nicole” letter from a mom in my Mom Dates & Play Dates community that touched me deeply. Her words reminded me why I started this group in the first place and why the connection between moms matters so much. After responding, I dive right into the heart of today’s episode. In this Thanksgiving episode, I talk about: What I’m genuinely grateful for this yearHow motherhood has completely changed my meaning of gratitudeWhy gratitude can feel hard when I’m tired, overwhelmed, or overstimulatedHow my community has become my true villagea message I want to share with any mom who feels lonely or unseen during the holidays This episode is real, warm, emotional, and grounding. It’s for every mom who is thankful and tired, joyful and overwhelmed, blessed and human.

    13 min

  6. 20/11/2025

    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 heavy, distant, or more like a roommate situation than a romantic partnership. After babies, careers, stress, and life moving fast, it’s easy to lose connection without even realizing it. Ben and I have always had a great relationship, but we weren’t immune to those moments. Between raising kids and both becoming CEOs, we had to learn how to realign, communicate better, and intentionally bring fun back into our marriage. And it changed everything. Today, I’m sharing the real steps we took — from shared Google calendars to nightly check-ins, deeper conversations, therapy even when things are good, and choosing playfulness and teamwork over frustration and silence. We rebuilt our spark in a way that feels stronger, more joyful, and more united than ever. Suppose your relationship has felt off, heavy, or disconnected. In that case, this episode is part love story, part practical guide, and part warm reminder that you’re not alone — and that reconnection is absolutely possible. Marriage evolves, and with intention, it can grow into something even better. This episode will give you hope, tools, laughter, and a little nudge to choose each other again… even in the chaos of parenting and real life.

    27 min

  7. 29/10/2025

    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 incredible things for moms and families in Westchester County, just like we are here in Palm Beach. Together, we talk about how it all started, the importance of community, and what it means to create spaces where moms can truly connect and support one another. We also share our journeys of building meaningful friendships, balancing life and motherhood, and finding purpose through bringing women together across different communities. Gal's Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1b5oRwALyH/

    34 min

  8. 16/10/2025

    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 my pre-mom self: the truth about identity shifts, self-doubt, and learning to love yourself in new ways.

    22 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Nicole Kaplan
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Nicole Kaplan
  • Show Website
    Life’s a Mom