The Extra Stitch
Join us on ”The Extra Stitch,” a captivating podcast that delves into the inspiring stories of two remarkable women who seamlessly transitioned from their glamorous careers as models into the exhilarating world of motherhood. Meet Ginta Lapina and Maryna Linchuk, supermodels turned dedicated moms, as they share their transformative journeys and shed light on the beauty and challenges of their unique paths. In each episode, Ginta Lapina and Maryna Linchuk invite listeners into their lives, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the extraordinary world of high fashion and runway glamour that once defined them. They recount the excitement of strutting down catwalks, working with renowned designers, and gracing the covers of prestigious magazines. Yet, the heart of their narrative lies in their subsequent transformation from supermodels to supermoms. With unfiltered honesty and vulnerability, these two dynamic women explore the profound shift in perspective they experienced when they embarked on the adventure of motherhood. They discuss the joys and struggles of balancing the demands of a modeling career with the responsibilities of raising children, offering practical insights and personal anecdotes along the way. Listeners will be captivated by the fascinating tales of navigating the fashion industry’s highs and lows while striving to create a nurturing environment for their families. From embracing their changing bodies and self-image to discovering new passions beyond the runway, Ginta Lapina and Maryna Linchuk share invaluable wisdom about self-acceptance, resilience, and finding fulfillment in unexpected places. ”The Extra Stitch” is more than just a podcast—it’s a celebration of the strength and resilience that come with embracing life’s transitions. Whether you’re a fan of fashion, a parent seeking relatable stories, or someone curious about personal growth, this podcast offers a wealth of inspiration and encouragement. Join us as we embark on this transformative journey with two incredible women who prove that motherhood is the greatest role of all. So, buckle up and tune in to ”The Extra Stitch” for an engaging, heartwarming, and empowering podcast experience that will leave you feeling inspired and ready to embrace your own unique path in life.
Episodes

Wednesday Feb 19, 2025
Wednesday Feb 19, 2025
Meet Mirte Maas on The Extra Stitch Podcast today! Mirte is a Dutch model who shares insights about her successful and fast-paced modeling career, her decision to earn a degree at Columbia University, purchasing real estate and investing, her family, and her son. Mirte also offers advice for young models and discusses how the modeling industry has changed over the years.

Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
On today's episode of The Extra Stitch, meet Stormi Bree. She has explored various fields, including modeling, acting, singing, composing, and more. Stormi shares her journey from winning Miss Tennessee to navigating her career path. She also opens up about motherhood, childbirth, the changes that came with it, and the importance of creativity in her life.

Sunday Nov 24, 2024
Sunday Nov 24, 2024
In today's episode, Shea Marie shares her journey as one of the first fashion influencers, how she transitioned from being a fashion icon attending all the major fashion weeks to becoming the CEO of SAME, her clothing brand. She talks about her hard work in building her fashion empire and also shares her thoughts on having kids, freezing her eggs, and much more about her inspiring life journey.

Sunday Nov 24, 2024
Sunday Nov 24, 2024
Meet Angela Lindvall—the fashion icon, mom of two boys, actress, environmentalist, yogi, and doula—in today's episode of The Extra Stitch. Angela openly talks about her incredible modeling career, her transformation into a yogi coach, the hard and depressive moments of her life, being a mom to two boys and experiencing the empty nest phase, and her future life plans.

Sunday Nov 24, 2024
Sunday Nov 24, 2024
In this episode of The Extra Stitch, meet the amazing Jesse Golden, CEO of THE GOLDEN SECRET. Jesse openly shares the story of her life: becoming a single mom at 25 while working as a model and booking major jobs during her first pregnancy. She discusses her lifelong diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis, her journey to overcome it, meeting the love of her life at 39, and the challenging journey of becoming a mom for the second time at 45.

Sunday Nov 24, 2024
Sunday Nov 24, 2024
In this episode of The Extra Stitch, we meet our guest, Dree Hemingway. Dree shares about being from a famous family known for Ernest Hemingway, her mother in acting, and her own start and career path as a model and actress. Dree also shares about her fiancé and her daughter, motherhood, and pregnancy.

Tuesday May 14, 2024
Tuesday May 14, 2024
In this episode of The Extra Stitch, we meet our guest, Nicole Trunfio. Nicole shares about her modeling career, the challenges of being the founder of Bumpsuit—a women's clothing brand—and being a wife and a mom of three. Nicole opens up about how she got into modeling, met her future husband, and had three children. She also shares how she manages her time running a business, hosting a podcast, and coming up with new ideas, all while being a mom to her three children and a wife to her husband.

Friday Apr 26, 2024
Friday Apr 26, 2024
Meet Olga Yanul, the fashion director for L'OFFICIEL Ukraine and formerly a fashion editor for Vogue Ukraine. In this episode, Olga shares her journey into the fashion world in Ukraine and her subsequent move to Los Angeles to pursue her passion in the industry. Olga Yanul opens up about the behind-the-scenes workings of the fashion industry, as well as her personal life and experiences with motherhood.

Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
In this powerful episode of the Extra Stitch, we meet Patti Quintero, known as Uma Mother. Patti is a doula, yoga and birth educator, Vedic meditation teacher, mentor, and mother of two. Uma Mother was born through Patti’s personal journey through pregnancy into motherhood. Essential practices that nurture presence, vitality, adaptability, and access to a source of inner guidance, became an invaluable foundation. All of these and more are discussed in this episode.

Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Meet Shannon Nadj on this episode of The Extra Stitch. Shannon Nadj openly talks about her journey from passion for Pilates to opening and owning Hot Pilates studios. Shannon talks about her entrepreneurial journey as a Pilates instructor, hardworking woman, and a lovely mom to her baby boy.