With Nicole Kaplan — Host of Life’s a Mom Podcast, Founder of Mom Dates & Playdates
This week on I Want Her Shoes Podcast, host Anna Anisin sits down with a woman whose voice is helping thousands of mothers feel seen — and safe — in the rawest moments of motherhood.
Nicole Kaplan is the host of the Life’s a Mom podcast and the founder of Mom Dates & Playdates, a movement creating real connection and community for moms beyond the highlight reel.
In this powerful conversation, Nicole and Anna talk about what happens behind closed doors — the whispered truths, the identity shifts, the beauty, and the chaos of modern motherhood. From postpartum to parenting to finding your voice in the noise, Nicole brings her signature blend of honesty, heart, and humor.
Whether you’re deep in the motherhood trenches or navigating your own version of reinvention, this episode is your reminder: you’re not alone, and your story matters.
👠 Key Moments:
- Nicole opens up about the moment she realized she couldn’t keep quiet — and why sharing her truth helped others speak theirs.
- We dive into the identity loss many moms experience, and how Nicole fought to hold on to her voice, dreams, and self-worth.
- How Mom Dates & Playdates became a space for authentic connection — without pressure, judgment, or performance.
- Nicole reflects on her favorite moments from Life’s a Mom and the powerful lessons she’s learned from other women walking parallel paths.
Whether you’re in the thick of toddler chaos, missing your old self, or building something new while juggling everything — this episode is a reminder: you’re not alone, and you don’t have to pretend you’ve got it all together.
Tune in and share with the moms in your circle who need a little truth, a little strength, and a lot of grace.
Adding a chic twist to each episode, the ‘I Want Her Shoes Podcast’ is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for.
📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view! https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast
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