Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

Dianne Cassidy & Abby Theuring
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Apr 5, 2023 • 40min

Myths About Starting Solids

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastIt’s been a while since we had a solids episode – so let’s talk about the myths surrounding solids.  Today Dianne and Abby are discussing what is mythical and what is truth around solid foods, and Abby has some info from 1957.  Don’t miss 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:It’s been a while since a solids episode! [5:40]Info from 1957 [6:30]Myth: the baby will sleep [12:57]Myth: start with rice cereal [14:24]Tongue thrusting reflex [16:10]Starting solids at 4 months [19:50]Older babies still need breastmilk [22:27]Allergens [24:04]Myth: vegetables before fruit [26:15]Some vegetables are fruit [30:15]Myth: waiting between foods [32:50]Myth: food should be bland [33:25]Milk [35:20] Today’s episode is sponsored by Motif Medical. The Motif Luna breast pump is proven to provide more milk in less time. Use code BABF23 for 15% off at www.motifmedical.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/129-balancing-solids-with-breastfeeding/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/starting-solids-with-the-breastfeeding-baby/https://sharonmazel.com/9-myths-and-truths-about-starting-solids/  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
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Apr 3, 2023 • 38min

Pumping Stories From Badasses

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastPumping.  Do you hate it?  Do you tolerate it?  Do you love it?  We asked the internet, and you will want to hear the responses.  Tune in today for validation.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:Dianne and Abby on tour! [2:30]Prenatal pump attitude vs post partum pump attitude [7:20]You do not need to pump to maintain supply [9:28]Messages from the internet [11:07]The need for more pumping support [13:28]Changing pump parts [14:41]Message from someone who loved pumping and why [17:18]Feed the baby not the freezer [24:20]Exclusive pumping for 2 years [27:05]Pumps have changed a lot over the years [29:00]Cleaning ALL THE PARTS [31:52] 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!Today’s episode is sponsored by Milkify! Milkify is the concierge breast milk freeze-drying service. Visit www.milkify.me and mention code BADASS for $25 off your first order.  Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/pumping-myths/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/107-pumping-and-dumping-your-breastmilk/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/the-best-breast-pump-hacks/ Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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
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Mar 29, 2023 • 45min

Normal Newborn Behavior

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Do you ever wonder what the heck your newborn is doing?What’s normal and what’s not? And does everything mean the baby is hungry?Learn all about newborn behaviors and learn a little more about what your baby is doing and why.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:Message from a listener with information for the Badasses about TTC [2:55]Dianne starts with crying [8:00]The crying curve [9:00]Dunstan Baby Language [13:58]Fussy after feeds [16:50]Babies don’t like to be put down [18:06]Think about the age [21:20]Babies like rhythmic movement [23:30]Overstimulation [24:07]Newborn reflexes [30:45]Do babies know hunger or full? [33:22]Waking through the night [39:15] Episode is sponsored by Fairhaven Health and Motif Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://www.uerm.edu.ph/Forms/research/HSJ%205.1%20Jan.%20June%202016.pdf#page=6https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/colic/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/088-normal-newborn-breastfeeding-behaviors/  Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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
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Mar 27, 2023 • 42min

Touched Out and Unsexy

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Do you feel touched out, overwhelmed with everything and unsexy?  If you do, you are not alone.  We asked the internet how they feel about it too.  Check out their answers on this week’s episode.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:Comments from the internet [5:39]Our partner doesn’t necessarily experience a change to routine [8:40]No prep for this feeling [9:30]Pushing buttons and violating boundaries [12:58]Love language [13:33]Communication [14:41]Partners take it personally [16:45]Message from a listener who is not touched out [21:18]Sharing the load [22:53]Our hyper-sexualized culture [27:26]Someone got “thrown to the bin” [32:10]Submitting can lead to resentment [34:17] 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!Today’s episode is brought to you by Larken! Larken is a line of game-changing maternity and postpartum essentials including nursing and pumping bras! use code BADASS for 10% off at www.shoplarken.com! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/079-boobs/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/060-breastfeeding-and-sex-drive/  Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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
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Mar 22, 2023 • 40min

New Pump Law

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastA new law protecting parents at work has passed. The PUMP Act aims to close loopholes in the Break Time for Nursing Mothers law which passed in 2010 that requires employers to provide breaks in non-bathroom private spaces to pump. Today’s episode is sponsored by Motif Medical. The Motif Luna breast pump is proven to provide more milk in less time. Use code BABF23 for 15% off at www.motifmedical.com!Today's episode is sponsored by Milkify! Milkify is the concierge breast milk freeze-drying service. Visit www.milkify.me and mention code BADASS for $25 off your first order. 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
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Mar 20, 2023 • 38min

Trying to Conceive While Breastfeeding

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastTrying to conceive.  How does this work if you are still breastfeeding?What if you want another baby? Tune in today to hear Dianne and Abby discuss getting pregnant while still 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:Not planning to breastfeed, but listening to a breastfeeding podcast [3:25]The message that started this episode [6:50]Deciding what is priority [8:48]Another listener message [13:20]Spacing babies [20:37]IVF [23:20]Abby’s story [25:10]Practicing boundaries [30:35]What if you don’t want to tandem feed? [33:10] 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!Today’s episode is brought to you by Larken! Larken is a line of game-changing maternity and postpartum essentials including nursing and pumping bras! use code BADASS for 10% off at www.shoplarken.com! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/124-breastfeeding-boundaries/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/night-weaning-and-boundaries/  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
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Mar 15, 2023 • 38min

Managing Engorgement

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastDid you feel engorged after your baby was born?  How did you manage it?  Dianne and Abby break down what engorgement is, how to manage it and some things you can do to reduce your chances of becoming engorged.  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:Changes to your body [7:10]What is engorgement [8:50]What causes it? [12:23]Mastitis [14:10]Delay of milk [16:12]Managing engorgement [20:20]Ice is key [20:50]What makes engorgement worse? [23:54]Skipping feeds [24:29]Medications and fluids [26:08]Reclining and lymphatic massage [30:08]Lactating breast changes [32:25]Latch issues [33:20] Today’s episode is sponsored by Motif Medical. The Motif Luna breast pump is proven to provide more milk in less time. Use code BABF23 for 15% off at www.motifmedical.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.azdhs.gov/documents/prevention/nutrition-physical-activity/breastfeeding/reverse-pressure-softening.pdfhttps://www.mayabolman.com/videos/v/basicsofbreastmassagehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/mastitis-madness/ 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
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Mar 13, 2023 • 46min

Return to Work

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastReturning to work can make you feel a bit overwhelmed.  You aren’t alone – most new mothers/parents return to work.  How can you manage it all?  Tune in today for some ideas and tips for returning to work.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:Can RTW even be 1 episode? [6:03]You aren’t alone [11:05]Study regarding RTW [11:08]Paid breastfeeding breaks for the win! [11:35]Message from a listener [14:10]Anxiety comes from not knowing [16:30]When to start pumping [17:08]Using hands on pumping [24:50]Starting bottles [26:11]Always pump if missing a feeding [27:30]Talking with co-workers [31:06]Where to put the milk [37:10]Supply [40:10]Changing pump parts [42:35]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!Today's episode is brought to you by Larken! Larken is a line of game-changing maternity and postpartum essentials including nursing and pumping bras! use code BADASS for 10% off at www.shoplarken.com! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/100-tips-to-pump-more-milk/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/the-best-breast-pump-hacks/  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
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Mar 8, 2023 • 44min

Benefits of breastfeeding for parents and babies

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastBenefits to breastfeeding for babies and parents.  There are a lot of them.Listen as Dianne and Abby break down some beneficial reasons to breastfeeding.  I bet you will learn something new. 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:All different kinds of benefits to talk about [7:08]Why breastfeeding is so good for babies’ health [8:25]Osteoporosis [10:44]Breast / ovarian cancer [13:00]Oxytocin [14:10]Saving money – and the controversy [17:30]Weight loss [20:43]Anemia [22:59]Breastfeeding as birth control [24:10]Study from Indonesia regarding fussy babies [26:20]Colostrum can’t be replicated [33:50]Obesity / overfeeding [35:15]Building confidence [36:45]Dental [37:30]Sleep [41:27] 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/cluster-feeding/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/the-impact-of-breastfeeding-on-the-environment/https://kellymom.com/pregnancy/bf-prep/bf-benefits/#lists  Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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
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Mar 6, 2023 • 42min

Pacifiers and Nipple Confusion

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastPacifiers and nipple confusion.  What’s the deal? Were you afraid to give a pacifier?Listen this week as Dianne and Abby break down the research about pacifiers and 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:RTW feedback [3:30]Lots of pacifiers at the hospital where Abby had Jack [8:56]Baby Friendly [10:20]Kids find something for soothing [13:00]NICU/SCN and preemies [15:20]Healthy babies [23:44]SIDS [24:25]Motivated parents [27:23]Problems contributing to breastfeeding [28:30]What Dianne sees in her practice [30:05]Feeding issues [33:20]Cultural [33:59]Therapeutic situations [36:09] Today's episode is sponsored by Motif Medical. The Motif Luna breast pump is proven to provide more milk in less time. Use code BABF15 for 15% off at www.motifmedical.com! Today’s episode is sponsored by Cake Maternity. Cake Maternity stocks one of the largest ranges of maternity and nursing bras. Visit www.cakematernity.com and use code BADASS15 for 15% off! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00431-022-04559-9https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/114-the-attachment-effect/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/baby-friendly-hospitals/  Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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

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