

Badass Breastfeeding Podcast
Dianne Cassidy & Abby Theuring
Dianne Cassidy, IBCLC, and Abby Theuring, The Badass Breastfeeder, discuss everyday issues surrounding breastfeeding and motherhood, in ways everyone can relate to. This is the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast!
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Dec 29, 2025 • 44min
Best of BABF Podcast - Common Breastfeeding Problems
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastHave you experienced any of these common breastfeeding problems? If so, what did you do about it? Today Dianne and Abby are taking some of the most common breastfeeding problems and giving you the answers. Tune in!If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leaving us a review on itunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and comments to badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:Painful Latch [4:12]Sore, damaged nipples [7:04]You shouldn’t be suffering [12:50]Milk supply [13:38]Perceived low milk supply [21:52]Cluster feeding [27:12]Plugged milk ducts [31:33]Returning to work [34:36]Poop [37:48] This episode is sponsored by Pumpin’ Pal! Pumpin’ Pal’s angled flange replaces the flange that comes with your pump and is the perfect upgrade for your pumping comfort and posture. Use code BADASS for $4 off at www.pumpinpal.com.Today’s episode is brought to you by Cimilre Breast Pumps! Cimilre breast pumps range is size from ultra tiny pumps as small as a sticky note, to fully adjustable pumps with 85 setting combinations. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.cimilrebreastpumps.com.Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/nipple-pain-with-older-babies-and-toddlers/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/cluster-feeding/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/when-your-milk-supply-is-fine/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.com Music we use~Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Dec 22, 2025 • 37min
Best of BABF Podcast - Exclusive Pumping
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastAre you an exclusive pumper (EP)? This is YOUR episode. Today Dianne and Abby are sharing listener stories about EP. Listen up to feel empowered about your journey.If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leaving us a review on itunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and comments to badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:Do you have an EP story to share? [5:39]EP is Breastfeeding [6:46]Erica’s story [9:05]Stories from FB [15:26]Listener story [22:05]More FB stories [27:26]Listener Stephanie’s story [29:39]Listener story with supply concern question [35:18] Today’s episode is brought to you by Limerick. Limerick’s double electric pumps have patented ComfortTouch®Technology. You can use code BADASS at www.limerickinc.comfor 25% off your purchase!Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/when-are-you-done-pumping/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/100-tips-to-pump-more-milk/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/pumping-myths/ Set up your consultation with Dianne https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.com Music we use~Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Dec 17, 2025 • 33min
Ouch, My Nipple Hurts
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com.Sore nipples. What can you do if you are experiencing soreness or pain withbreastfeeding? Don’t suffer through it, listen to this episode and get an idea ofwhy it could be happening. Pain is a sign that something isn’t right! Listen intoday and learn more about what may be causing your nipple pain.If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leavingus a review on iTunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and commentsto badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to ourlist and have episodes sent right to your inbox!Things we talked about:Normal soreness [8:48]Latch basics [9:56]Tongue ties [13:20]Reynaud’s Phenomenon [16:15]Pumping [25:00]What to do for nipple pain [29:25]Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/getting-a-good-latch/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/pumping-myths/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Check out Dianne’s blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.comMusic we use:Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Dec 16, 2025 • 35min
Breastfeeding and the Holidays
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis week’s episode is brought to you by Simple Wishes. Simple Wishes offers hands-free pumping and nursing bras as well as a wide range of nursing clothing. Owned by badass breastfeeding moms in California. Use code BADASS for 50% off at www.simplewishes.com.It’s the holidays. Are you ready for it? How do you handle the holidays with a breastfeeding baby? What if you or your baby is sick during the holidays? Listen in today as Dianne and Abby tackle the subject of holidays, family, and battling illness during it all.If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leavingus a review on iTunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and commentsto badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to ourlist and have episodes sent right to your inbox!Things we talked about:Abby went away and got sick over Thanksgiving [5:38]Breastfeeding around family [6:55]Do what is right for you [11:37]Things you eat or drink during the holidays [13:02]Holidays can bring you off your regular routine [16:05]Getting sick during the holidays [20:14]Breastfeeding while you are sick [23:18]Rest as much as you can [27:04]When babies are sick [27:37]Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/024-alcohol-consumption/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/dealing-with-family-during-the-holidays-listener-stories/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Check out Dianne’s blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.comMusic we use:Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Dec 10, 2025 • 34min
Establishing Your Milk Supply
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com.How can you be sure to establish a good milk supply after your baby is born?Listen in today as Dianne and Abby discuss establishing a good milk supply, thingsto watch for that may interfere with establishing a good supply and some thingsyou can do to help.If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leavingus a review on iTunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and commentsto badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to ourlist and have episodes sent right to your inbox!Things we talked about:In pregnancy [7:01]24-72 hours after delivery [10:20]The more you feed, the more milk you will make [12:18]Prolactin and oxytocin [13:40]Endocrine control and autocrine control [16:57]8-12 feeds in 24 hours is a baseline [20:00]Taking care of you [25:52]Things that can interfere with establishing a supply [26:38]Things you can do [30:40]Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/survival-guide-for-the-4th-trimester/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/delayed-onset-low-milk-supply/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Check out Dianne’s blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.comMusic we use:Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes

Dec 8, 2025 • 35min
Breastfeeding Tips from the Internet
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis week’s episode is brought to you by Simple Wishes. Simple Wishes offers hands-free pumping and nursing bras as well as a wide range of nursing clothing. Owned by badass breastfeeding moms in California. Use code BADASS for 50% off at www.simplewishes.com.We asked the internet for the best breastfeeding tips, and we are sharing themwith you today! Tune in to hear some of the best suggestions, and what ourfavorite tips are too!If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leavingus a review on iTunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and commentsto badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to ourlist and have episodes sent right to your inbox!Things we talked about:Never compare your milk with others [5:50]Tips from LLL Canada [7:40]Calling an LC before the baby comes [12:18]Breastfeeding in a carrier [13:35]Having support [15:15]Hydrate [16:50]Bodywork [21:20]Don’t give up [25:45]Bed sharing / DIY pajamas [27:00]Try to get outside everyday [30:50]Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-in-public/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-101/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Check out Dianne’s blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.comMusic we use:Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes

Dec 3, 2025 • 39min
Pumping Schedules
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com.We have talked about breastfeeding schedules before, but not about pumpingschedules. When should you pump? For how long? What about returning towork? How does that fit into the pumping routine? These questions and more willbe answered today on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast!If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leavingus a review on iTunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and commentsto badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to ourlist and have episodes sent right to your inbox!Things we talked about:Pacifier question [4:50]The questions around pumping schedules [8:05]Supply and demand system [10:00]Best time to pump [11:44]How long should you pump for? [16:45]Flanges [22:00]Going too long between pumps [23:41]The. Breast is not empty! [25:57]Milk volume when pumping [29:00]The basics to remember [30:50]Hands on pumping [34:06]Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/balancing-breastfeeding-and-pumping/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/pumping-myths/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Check out Dianne’s blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.comMusic we use:Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes

Dec 1, 2025 • 38min
Colostrum
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis week’s episode is brought to you by Simple Wishes. Simple Wishes offers hands-free pumping and nursing bras as well as a wide range of nursing clothing. Owned by badass breastfeeding moms in California. Use code BADASS for 50% off at www.simplewishes.com.Colostrum is so very important for your baby. But why? Why is this unique liquidgold vital for your baby when they are first born? Listen in today as Dianne andAbby discuss all things colostrum and why being exposed to it is so valuable foryour baby.If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leavingus a review on iTunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and commentsto badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to ourlist and have episodes sent right to your inbox!Things we talked about:Colostrum is uniquely designed [4:45]Jaundice and colostrum [9:30]Blood sugar [14:10]Harmful bacteria [15:20]What’s in colostrum? [27:00]Recent research about allergies [29:55]Colostrum collection [34:00]Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/microbiome-and-poop/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/jaundice-myths-and-breastfeeding/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Check out Dianne’s blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.comMusic we use:Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes

Nov 24, 2025 • 38min
REPLAY - Hunger Cues of Breastfeeding Babies
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastDoes it seem like everything your baby does is a feeding cue? Of course it does. Tune in today as Dianne and Abby discuss cues, and how to really tell if your baby is hungry.If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leaving us a review on itunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and comments to badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:Cues are confusing [4:08]IG Message [5:16]Learning your baby [10:07]Rooting [12:29]Sucking fingers [14:05]Open/close mouth [21:20]Turns towards the breast/chest [23:26]Bottle feeding is not easier for babies [24:45]Squirming around/fussiness [26:51]Crying as a hunger cue? [27:39]So how do you tell if baby is hungry? [28:55]Watching the suck/swallow ratio [30:00] This week’s episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill! Ceres Chill offers guaranteed convenience with their double walled stainless steel container for breastmilk or formula. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.cereschill.com.This episode is also sponsored by Fairhaven Health. Fertility, pregnancy and breastfeeding products. Code BADASS for 15% off your purchase is already applied at www.fairhavenhealth.com.Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://blog.babycues.com/2020/july/newborn-hunger-cues-explained/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/feeding-and-hunger-cues/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/030-distracted-babies/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.com Music we use~Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Nov 19, 2025 • 32min
Primary and Secondary Engorgement
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com.Do you know the difference between primary and secondary engorgement? Thisweek’s episode is all about engorgement – what it is and how to manage it,regardless if it is primary or secondary. Don’t miss out on this valuableinformation!If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leavingus a review on iTunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and commentsto badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to ourlist and have episodes sent right to your inbox!Things we talked about:What is secondary engorgement? [6:46]Delay in milk coming in [10:00]Things that add to engorgement [12:20]What to do about it [14:56]Secondary engorgement [20:20]Engorgement and mastitis [23:50]Pumping extra and oversupply [30 :00]Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/preventing-mastitis/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-102/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Check out Dianne’s blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.comMusic we use:Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes


