Life’s a mom

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, pelvic health therapy, and caring for ourselves while raising our little ones. A reminder that moms deserve care and support, too.

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 look different. Now an aunt to five, she shares how she’s turned grief into resilience and compassion, and why her story isn’t about what she couldn’t have but about who she’s chosen to become. For every woman quietly navigating infertility...

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 she’s faced along the way, and navigating it all while being a mom. An honest conversation about resilience, ambition, and the woman behind the achievements.

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, unfiltered side of motherhood — creating content, raising kids, balancing it all, and the everyday chaos that comes with being a mom. We talk about the funny moments, the hard moments, and why sometimes the best thing we can do is stop tryin...

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 things motherhood, postpartum changes, hair loss, self-care, and why taking care of ourselves can so easily fall to the bottom of the list after becoming moms. Mary also shares the incredible story behind Nouvelle Hair Solutions and how yea...

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, asking for help, taking care of yourself while caring for everyone else, and the emotional realities so many moms experience but don’t always talk about. An honest conversation about motherhood, postpartum, and reminding moms that they deserve...

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 for a real conversation about the struggles so many couples face: resentment, communication breakdowns, emotional disconnection, intimacy, feeling unheard, and what it actually takes to find your way back to each other. We get into the thin...

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 conversation about the highs, the hard moments, identity, relationships, and the parts of motherhood we don’t always say out loud. There were laughs, vulnerable moments, and even some tears — because sometimes motherhood is beautiful, and sometimes it’...

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 very beginning. What started as meeting through Mom Dates has grown into a genuine friendship, and I'm so excited for you to hear her perspective. In this episode, we have an honest conversation about motherhood, marriage after k...

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 story of resilience. As a single mom raising four children, Miranda was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma in 2021 and had to put her growing business on hold while undergoing chemotherapy. Instead of letting cancer define her, she foug...

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 society teaches us keeps us stuck, how fear gets used as a tool for power and control, and why your energy might be the most important thing you're not paying attention to. If you've ever felt like there's a different way to move th...

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 motherhood. Frances opens up about her IVF experience, including traveling to Peru for testing before returning to the U.S. to continue treatment—ultimately leading to the pregnancy she'd been hoping for. We also dive into the realities...

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 required. From movement and faith to protecting your peace as a mom, Melody shares how she designs her days with intention and why "escaping" your own life is a sign something needs to change. A grounding, honest conversation for an...

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 about the experiences that shaped my childhood, the trauma I carried into adulthood, and the challenges that tested me in ways I never imagined. I talk about how those experiences affected my relationships, my self-worth, and the way I viewed...

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 Mom , Devon opens up about the challenges that shaped her—from becoming a mom, experiencing betrayal after the birth of her second child, and finding the strength to keep moving forward through the unwavering support of her grandmother. Befo...

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 moments that have shaped them. Each mom answered meaningful questions and shared a glimpse into her unique journey—reminding us that while every path looks different, we're all connected through the beautiful, messy, and transformativ...

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 down with pelvic floor physical therapist Beixi Li , founder of Pelvic Health Solutions, to talk about the importance of pelvic floor health and why so many women silently struggle with symptoms they think they have to live w...

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 feel more confident about their children's nutrition. As moms, we all want to make sure our kids are getting the nutrients they need—but between picky eating, busy schedules, and the overwhelming amount of information online, it can fe...

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 . Jordana shares her journey of creating a clean beauty and fragrance brand after struggling with allergic reactions to traditional beauty products, and how that experience led her to build a business centered around mindfulness, intention, and...

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 do they have to define our family relationships? In this episode of Life's a Mom, I sit down with Lucette, co-host of the podcast Must In-Laws Be Outlaws? , for an honest conversation about motherhood, family dynamics, communication, bo...

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, healing, and the power of reinventing yourself. Adriana opens up about her personal journey, the life experiences that shaped her, and the inspiration behind writing her book. We discuss overcoming self-doubt, protecting your peace in a world o...

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 women silently struggle with. Together, they dive into triggers, nervous system regulation, breath work, postpartum emotions, healing childhood wounds, relationships, overstimulation, and the importance of giving yourself space to understand...

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. 🤍 Alexis opens up about raising her son as a single mom, building a successful business, and how every decision she made was always rooted in creating a better life for him. One thing she said that really stayed with me was: “My success is...

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 own struggle navigating potty training and bedwetting with her children eventually turned into a business designed to help families feel more supported, less stressed, and a little more understood during one of parenting’s hardest phases. In t...

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 yourself through life’s biggest transitions. We talked about her life before motherhood, how she met her husband, the emotional experience of converting, and what it felt like navigating such a major life shift while still trying to stay connec...