Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

Learn tips on managing baby biting behavior during breastfeeding, addressing teething discomfort with frozen washcloths, and adjusting positions to avoid nipple damage. Discover strategies for overcoming breastfeeding challenges, including healing wounds from baby bites and preventing further damage. The hosts share personal experiences and advice on navigating teething and biting phases without weaning, reassuring listeners that these challenges can be managed effectively.

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastJoin us in Indianapolis! https://babies-and-bumps.com/On today’s episode, we discuss sleep from an evolutionary and anthropological perspective.  You will learn about sleep stages and why it’s important to know if there are tigers nearby.  Don’t miss it.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:The baby registry should be for parents [7:22]The story of Dr. JenIs your baby sleeping through the night? [13:10]Stage 4 sleep [14:12]REM Sleep [14:58]Adults wake 5-8 times a night [15:50]Benefit to sleeping near mother [22:50]80% of parents say their 1-year-old has sleep issues [23:32]Independence [24:46]Preventing deep sleep [31:15]Moral implications from normal baby behaviors [32:30] 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.com for 25% off your purchase!Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!Dr. Jen's website (see "infants" link for Is Your Baby Sleeping Through the Night yet? And see "Soap Box" link for other blog posts) http://www.drjen4kids.com/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/normal-sleep-behavior-with-rebecca-michi/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-sleep-expectations-versus-reality/ 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastJoin us in Indianapolis! https://babies-and-bumps.com/Pumping at work is a difficult job, but what if you are being bullied by coworkers while pumping?  This is one listener’s story of her experience with pumping and the coworkers who bullied her the whole way through. Don’t miss  this story.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:Thanks, Cincinnati! [5:50]The bullying story [7:15]There have been new pump laws passed since her experience [8:27]The problem wasn’t the pumping, it was her coworkers [8:43]The other bullying story on the Badass Breastfeeder Blog [10:00]Early return from maternity leave [13:10]What they were doing to bully her [14:58]HR involved, how pumping is affected by the stress [19:37]Some advice to help with pumping at work [21:02]Bullying in Chicago [23:25]Officer “Can’t Recall” [27:50]Abby’s work experience [32:56] Today’s episode is brought to you by Rumble Tuff! The Rumble Tuff Breeze is a breast pump that allows you to record your most effective pump session. Use code BADASS for 20% off at www.rumbletuff.com! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/stress-and-milk-supply/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/095-breastfeeding-and-pumping-as-a-first-responder-interview-with-courtney/ 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastJoin us in Indianapolis! https://babies-and-bumps.com/Are you really a breastfeeding parent if you don’t worry about milk supply?  Listen today as Dianne and Abby discuss ways to know your supply is doing just fine.  Don’t miss it.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:We got a bad review! Let’s discuss [1:52]Pumping is concrete, but doesn’t tell you how much milk you have [9:44]Cluster feeding [14:21]Soft breasts [22:40]Growth spurts [25:43]Bottles after nursing [27:31]Fussy babies [30:40]Good diaper output [32:13]Leaking (or not) [33:00]Sleeping?? (Dianne Explains) [34:45] Today’s episode is brought to you by Body Bib! Body Bib provides full coverage from your baby’s chest to their ankles. Visit www.bodybib.com and use code BADASS for 30% off your order!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.com for 25% off your purchase! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/cluster-feeding/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/maintaining-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~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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastJoin us in Indianapolis! https://babies-and-bumps.com/Choosing a breast pump can feel very confusing.  What should you look for in a pump?  Are they all the same?  And what does “hospital grade” mean, anyway?  Tune in today to get all your pump questions answered.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:The cool article this episode is based off of [8:39]3 types of pumps [9:17]Hospital grape pump vs regular pumps [12:31]Benefits and risks to pumping [19:42]Choosing a pump [25:33]Cleaning [29:18]FAQ’s [35:00] Today’s episode is brought to you by Rumble Tuff! The Rumble Tuff Breeze is a breast pump that allows you to record your most effective pump session. Use code BADASS for 20% off at www.rumbletuff.com!Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/pumping-myths/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/102-pumping-and-traveling-with-breast-milk/https://healthnews.com/family-health/pregnancy/tips-for-choosing-and-using-breast-pumps/ 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastJoin us in Indianapolis!https://babies-and-bumps.com/We decided the sequel to Breastfeeding 101 should come out ASAP.  So here you go.  More stuff to know about when you are getting ready for breastfeeding.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:We left off at how long should feeds last [4:55]Feeding cues [5:49]Colostrum [10:41]Engorgement [18:35]How to know baby is getting enough [23:44]Weight loss / weight gain [30:00]When to start pumping [36:16]Today’s episode is brought to you by Rumble Tuff! The Rumble Tuff Breeze is a breast pump that allows you to record your most effective pump session. Use code BADASS for 20% off at www.rumbletuff.com!This episode is also sponsored by Fairhaven Health. Fertility, pregnancy and breastfeeding products. Use code BADASS for 15% off your purchase at www.fairhavenhealth.com. Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/managing-engorgement/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-breastmilk-changes-with-your-child/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/newborn-weight-loss/ 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastJoin us in Cincinnati and Indianapolis!https://babies-and-bumps.com/Breastfeeding 101.  All the things you need to know in one episode.  And stay tuned for the follow up. Is that breastfeeding 102?  Or 201?  Oh well, Dianne and Abby will figure it out.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:We haven’t done a 101 episode yet [6:30]Get yourself a lactation consultant [9:15]Benefits [11:45]Myths – food, drink [15:55]Pain [20:22]Stomach capacity [23:21]Sleepy babies [29:38]Cluster feeding [32:48]How often should you feed your baby? [36:28]How long do feeds last? [37:43] Episode is sponsored by Limerick Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-myths-to-put-in-the-garbage/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/cluster-feeding/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/sleepy-breastfeeding-babies/  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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastJoin us in Cincinnati and Indianapolis!https://babies-and-bumps.com/New parents have a lot of questions.  What if we took those questions and made them a podcast episode?  That is exactly what Dianne and Abby did this week.  Enjoy.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:Where this episode came from [4:49]Baby won’t be put down [6:45]Babies become secure when you respond to their needs [9:15]Gassy babies [9:51]Feeding on both breasts [15:05]When to start pumping [16:18]How long are feeding [20:51]How do you know baby gets enough [24:19]Learning your baby [25:46]Spitting up [26:27]Waking for feeds [32:00]Hands to mouth [35:43]Taking baby off the breast [37:32]Positions [39:11] Today’s episode is brought to you by Rumble Tuff! The Rumble Tuff Breeze is a breast pump that allows you to record your most effective pump session. Use code BADASS for 20% off at www.rumbletuff.com!This episode is also sponsored by Fairhaven Health. Fertility, pregnancy and breastfeeding products. Use code BADASS for 15% off your purchase at www.fairhavenhealth.com. Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZCEpBX64ZE&t=47shttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-positions/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/042-gassy-babies/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/gassy-babies/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/normal-newborn-behavior/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/     Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Here 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastJoin us in Cincinnati and Indianapolis!https://babies-and-bumps.com/Do you worry about sleep?  How much your baby sleeps…or doesn’t sleep?  A podcast listener emailed us with her concerns.  Listen on for more about infant sleep.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:Email from a listener for this episode [3:25]Breast storage capacity [8:06]Finally, the email [9:42]Sleep patterns are inconsistent [14:18]Why is 12 hours the magic number [16:49]Why the milk is easily digestible [22:30]Not all sleep trainers are the same [27:17]Falling asleep independently [29:23]We don’t understand sleep [34:02] 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.com for 25% off your purchase!  Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-much-milk-do-your-breasts-hold/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/normal-sleep-behavior-with-rebecca-michi/ 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastJoin us in Cincinnati and Indianapolis! https://babies-and-bumps.com/Do you have bigger breasts and wonder how this whole breastfeeding thing is going to work for you?  Or maybe you have flat nipples and were told that breastfeeding would be really difficult.  Listen today as Dianne and Abby talk about different breast and nipple issues and how to breastfeed regardless of what the issue is.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:It’s just the same thing every day for us [6:34]Society tells us all the things are a breastfeeding issue [9:20]Positioning your baby with big breasts [10:00]Making more or less milk [11:48]Fluid retention [14:43]Hand expression [15:37]Nipple shields [19:26]Nipple sandwich [25:28]Storage capacity [27:10]The prop up [32:00]Nursing in a carrier [33:08]Today’s episode is brought to you by Rumble Tuff! The Rumble Tuff Breeze is a breast pump that allows you to record your most effective pump session. Use code BADASS for 20% off at www.rumbletuff.com! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-much-milk-do-your-breasts-hold/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/nipple-shields/https://www.azdhs.gov/documents/prevention/nutrition-physical-activity/breastfeeding/reverse-pressure-softening.pdfhttps://med.stanford.edu/newborns/professional-education/breastfeeding/hand-expressing-milk.htmlhttps://llli.org/breastfeeding-info/inverted-flat-nipples/  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 freemusicarchi