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

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 moms
• How broken routines can derail an entire day
• The hidden connection between screens, overstimulation, and tantrums
• Why moms often feel like the only ones holding the boundaries
• How the lack of teamwork or consistency creates resentment in marriages
• What partners often don’t realize about the mental load we carry
• How 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.

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 year
• How motherhood has completely changed my meaning of gratitude
• Why gratitude can feel hard when I’m tired, overwhelmed, or overstimulated
• How my community has become my true village
• a 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.

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.

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/

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.

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 moms move, laugh, and connect — with no judgment, just a community. Tune in for stories, giggles, and the occasional parenting confession.

Your first class with them is free! Create an account and claim your free class by visiting bocaraton.fit4mom.com and book a class with them! You can also reach out to me directly at bocaraton@fit4mom.com with any questions or for help creating an account.

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, badass moms who show up for each other, and I truly believe that’s because I manifested it.

In this episode, we’ll laugh about the Boca clichés (yes, the 7 a.m. blowouts and Gucci baby sneakers) while also diving into the deeper stuff: how manifestation, mindset, and protecting your peace can shift your whole reality.

I’ll share how I’ve attracted only kindhearted women into my circle, why boundaries matter, and how your energy and perspective decide the world you create. Because life will always have drama—but when you focus on positivity, you make space for the friendships and experiences you actually want.