Episodes
Jan. 21, 2025
Empower WOMEN Through Photography Like a Pro! Featuring Lara Aman Mattey
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski welcomes Lara Aman Matty, owner of Ivory Tree Portraits, to discuss her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of running a woman-owned business, and her unique approach to...
Jan. 14, 2025
Navigating Crisis with Compassion featuring Meredith Parfet
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski engages in a beautiful conversation with Meredith Wilson Parfet, a CEO, hospice chaplain, and death doula. They explore the intersections of leadership, spirituality, and crisis...
Jan. 7, 2025
Kyrus Keenan Westcott: Authenticity in Mental Health Advocacy
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski speaks with Kyrus Keenan-Westcott, a mental health advocate and content creator known as Ky. They discuss Ky's personal journey with ADHD, anxiety, and depression, and how he...
Dec. 31, 2024
What's Holding You Back from Achieving Your Intentions?
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, Samantha Cieslinski discusses the importance of setting intentions for the New Year, emphasizing that intentions should inspire action and align with personal values. She explores the science behind...
Dec. 17, 2024
Protect Your Child from Hidden Dangers with Consumer Advocacy!
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski discusses the critical issue of product safety for children with Oriene Shin from Consumer Reports. They explore the hidden dangers of common products, the lack of...
Dec. 3, 2024
Sipping Success: The Story of Tipsy Teacher Wine
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski interviews Kenny Feldman, founder of Tipsy Teacher Wine. They discuss the inspiration behind the brand, which combines a love for wine with a mission to support teachers. Kenny...
Nov. 26, 2024
How to Survive the stress of the holidays as a parent
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski and therapist Brittany Gianfagna discuss the various stressors that come with the holiday season. They explore practical strategies for managing holiday stress, including the...
Nov. 19, 2024
How to pick the BEST breast pump
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski and guest Angela Lashbrook discuss the complexities of breastfeeding and breast pumping. They explore the challenges new mothers face, the importance of support systems, and the...
Nov. 12, 2024
Dietition Shares Top Nutrition Secrets for Starting Solids Safely with Malina Malkani
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski speaks with pediatric registered dietitian Malina Malkani about the challenges of introducing solid foods to babies, focusing on the baby-led weaning approach. They discuss...
Oct. 29, 2024
Overcoming Burnout: Tips for Teachers
If you're a teacher struggling with burnout, this video is for you. Learn tips and strategies to overcome exhaustion and find balance in your teaching career.SummaryIn this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski and guest...
Oct. 22, 2024
Coping with Grief: A Guide for Parents and Kids
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, Samantha Cieslinski discusses grief counseling, dealing with grief, and mental health, specifically how to talk to children about losing someone they love. Drawing from personal experiences, she...
Oct. 15, 2024
Alyce Chan of MomComNYC
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski interviews comedian Alyce Chan, the creative force behind MomCom NYC. They discuss the challenges of parenthood, the importance of physical activity, and the need for humor in...
Oct. 8, 2024
How to STAY SAFE ONLINE in a digital world ft. Cathy Pedrayes
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski welcomes Cathy Pedrayes, a social media influencer known for her safety and security tips. They discuss various topics including personal reflections, parenting challenges,...
Oct. 1, 2024
Rattled: Overcoming Postpartum Anxiety and Embracing Resilience with Dr. Nicole Pensak | A Deep Dive into Maternal Mental Health, Mommy Brai
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski speaks with Dr. Nicole Pensak, a clinical psychologist, about her new book 'Rattled' which addresses postpartum anxiety and the changes that come with motherhood. They discuss...
Sept. 24, 2024
Mindful Motherhood: Transform Your Pregnancy & Birth Experience with Spenser Brassard
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski speaks with Spencer Brassard, a fertility coach and author of 'Fertile Ground.' They explore Spencer's eight-year fertility journey, the mind-body connection, and the importance...
Sept. 10, 2024
Child Development & Mental Health: Stages, Trauma Effects, and Expert Parenting Tips with Dr Steven Storage
Dr. Stephen Storage, a child psychiatrist, discusses the key stages of child psychological development and the impact of family dynamics and early childhood experiences on a child's mental health. He explains that there are four stages of development:...
Sept. 3, 2024
Christine Irizarry on Adoption, Advocacy, and Empathy
In this episode, host Samantha Cieslinski interviews singer-songwriter Christine Irizarry about her new song 'I'll Sit With You' and her experiences as a mother of four, including two adopted children with special needs. Christine's music offers...
Aug. 27, 2024
Kimberly Li of L'Ange Baby
Kimberly Li, the owner of L'Ange, shares her journey of starting the company and the unique features of her products. She discusses the challenges and rewards of running a business, including the increasing costs and the decline of small businesses....
Aug. 13, 2024
Modern Mom Probs: Balancing Career, Family & Mental Health with Tara Clark
Discover how to balance career, family, and mental health in today’s fast-paced world with Tara Clark, the creator of Modern Mom Probs. In this episode of the Samantha Cieslinski Podcast, Tara shares her journey of navigating the challenges of...
Aug. 6, 2024
Julie Cole of Mabel's Labels
In this episode, Samantha Cieslinski interviews Julie Cole, the co-founder of Mabel's Labels, about entrepreneurship, motherhood, and finding balance. Julie shares her journey from being a lawyer to a business owner and discusses her experience with...
July 30, 2024
Empowering Women in Leadership: Achieve Work-Life Balance | Running Wine Mom Podcast with Danielle Taylor
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski interviews Danielle Taylor, founder of Elevate Her Coaching. They discuss the unique challenges women face in leadership roles and the importance of embracing one's uniqueness....
July 23, 2024
Revolutionizing Family Travel: BabyQuip's Expert Tips for Stress-Free Journeys
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski interviews Sarah Huff, the senior manager of customer and community at Babyquip. They discuss the challenges and rewards of Sarah's role at Babyquip, as well as expert tips on...
July 16, 2024
Postpartum Revolution: Samantha Garcia Gagnon of Bellies Inc. on Transforming Recovery and Self-Care
Welcome to another episode of The Running Wine Mom Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Samantha Garcia Gagnon, the dynamic owner of Bellies Inc., to discuss her incredible journey and the vital work she’s doing to support postpartum...
July 9, 2024
Exploring the Impact of GLP-1 Drugs on Health: Interview with Celebrity Dietitian Ashley Koff
In this episode, Samantha Cieslinski interviews registered dietitian Ashley Koff about the effects of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic on health and nutrition. They delve into the potential benefits and risks of these medications and how they can be...