

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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May 24, 2023 • 38min
Tips for Pumping at Work
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastPumping at work? How about a few tips to make things easier? If you are back to work, or getting ready to return to work, check out this episode for some time saving ideas.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 logistics of having everything together [8:05]Nursing on demand when home [10:30]Get extra parts [12:01]Know your rights [15:02]Pump room [16:31]Storage [17:44]Cleaning [20:38]Talk to coworkers [22:40]Pump times [23:08]Clothes [24:10]Car pumping and using your time [26:20]Hand pumps and other pumps [26:57]When to start pumping for RTW [28:18]Flange fitting [31:50]Talk to care providers [35:30] Today’s episode is sponsored by Motif Medical. The Motif Luna breast pump is proven to provide more milk in less time. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.motifmedical.com! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/new-pump-law/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/return-to-work/ Set up your consultation with Dianne https://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

May 22, 2023 • 39min
Traveling as a Breastfeeder
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastPlanning a trip? Are you traveling with or without your baby? Are you nervous about how to handle it? Dianne and Abby cover all the hot topics about traveling while breastfeeding on today’s episode. Don’t travel anywhere without listening.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:Thank you, Detroit! [2:50]Travel at night if possible [8:10]Dianne’s story about traveling with a baby [9:54]You can’t nurse while the car is moving [11:02]You have less control when flying [13:34]You are legally allowed to breastfeed on a plane [15:12]Know the state laws [16:05]Flying [21:39]TSA and breastmilk [22:00]Nursing on the plane [26:34]Traveling without a baby [28:14]Collection cups [30:29]Nursing clothes [33:00]Traveling with milk [34:47] 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/102-pumping-and-traveling-with-breast-milk/ https://shebuystravel.com/breastfeeding-tips/ Set up your consultation with Dianne https://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

May 17, 2023 • 39min
Nipple pain with older babies and toddlers
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastAre you having nipple pain again? Didn’t you think you were done with nipple pain? Why does nipple pain happen with older babies? Listen for more information about nipple pain with older babies and what you can do about 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:You don’t expect nipple pain when baby is older [9:19]Growth [11:07]Teething [12:50]Biting [18:25]Pulling [22:45]Sloppy latch [24:20]Distracted babies [29:04]Get a deeper latch [34:00] Today’s episode is sponsored by Motif Medical. The Motif Luna breast pump is proven to provide more milk in less time. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.motifmedical.com! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/teething-and-biting/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/030-distracted-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

May 15, 2023 • 37min
Baby Led Weaning
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastIs your baby ready for solids? Should you try baby led weaning? What is it, anyway? And are there benefits to BLW? Find out on this week’s episode as Dianne and Abby talk baby led weaning.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 Dr Phil Show [7:34]What is BLW [10:15]Letting your baby decide [11:30]Choking [14:23]Family eating [16:43]Benefits of letting baby self feed [19:40]Independence [19:41]Development [20:42]Appetite control [21:58]Ease [22:55]Variety [23:20]Less expensive [23:55]Family meals [25:50]Combination feeding [26:40]When to start? [29:55]May lower the risk of obesity [32:50] 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://huckleberrycare.com/blog/baby-led-weaning https://solidstarts.com/baby-led-weaning/ 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

May 10, 2023 • 40min
High Lipase-Does your milk smell funky?
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastHave you ever heard of high lipase in your milk? What is it and what does it mean? And what can you do about it? SO many questions but lots of answers on today’s episode. Check 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:If baby doesn’t take the bottle, is it the milk or is it the bottle? [6:18]High lipase milk tastes bad - soapy or metallic [11:18]What is high lipase? [12:00]Pumping and storing milk is not a natural thing [15:37]Freezing milk does not stop lipase activity [17:40]What do you do with milk from the freezer that tastes bad [18:50]The milk is not bad, it just tastes bad [20:18]Tasting your milk [20:51]Having a baseline is important [26:09]Scalding your milk [30:06] Today’s episode is sponsored by Motif Medical. The Motif Luna breast pump is proven to provide more milk in less time. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.motifmedical.com! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/bottle-refusal/ https://www.amazon.com/Why-Does-Breast-Milk-Taste-ebook/dp/B00O57LIDC 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

May 8, 2023 • 46min
Managing Nighttime Breastfeeding
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastWhat is physiologically normal for our babies to do when it comes to eating and sleeping? Today, Dianne and Abby have the answers. Learn all about Protocol #37 on today’s podcast.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 article on physiological nighttime behavior [5:30]Clinical protocol #37 [6:50]Breastfeeding IS self-soothing [8:50]Normal infant feeding patterns [10:25]Expressing milk vs direct feeding [13:58]Let’s talk about the sleep [15:30]Increased cortisol levels [17:30]Baby carrying/Baby wearing [21:40]Expectations for sleeping through the night [23:35]Night pumping [26:42]Apps [29:17]Bedsharing/hazardous circumstances [39:15] 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/breastsleeping/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-bedsharing-sids/ https://abm.memberclicks.net/assets/DOCUMENTS/PROTOCOLS/Physiologic%20Infant%20Care%20Protocol%2037.pdf 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

May 3, 2023 • 41min
What do our partners go through?
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastAttend Babies and Bumps! Abby and Dianne will be in Detroit! https://babies-and-bumps.com/Partners adapt to having a baby differently than we do. This week, we hear a partner’s story of life after baby and how they managed the early days; what worked, what didn’t, and what is the new normal. Partners, definitely don’t miss this one.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:How this episode happened [5:00]Giving a bottle [6:25]Not enjoying bottle feeding [7:18]The relationship has changed [10:10]You have to be friends [12:55]What can partners do to help? [13:38]Being on the same team [20:35]Handling a crying baby [24:25]We really need you [33:09] Today’s episode is sponsored by Motif Medical. The Motif Luna breast pump is proven to provide more milk in less time. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.motifmedical.com! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/introducing-bottles-to-a-breastfed-baby/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/032-partner-involvement/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/the-magic-of-skin-to-skin/ 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

May 1, 2023 • 42min
The Magic of Skin to Skin
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastAttend Babies and Bumps! Abby and Dianne will be in Detroit! https://babies-and-bumps.com/Skin to skin is amazing. But do you know all the benefits? Check in with Dianne and Abby today as they talk about the fantastic benefits of skin to skin for parents and baby.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:Skin to skin with your partner [5:51]Skin to skin is fascinating [8:22]Is it new [10:22]Some recent skin to skin research [18:10]Heart and lung function [19:02]Stabilization of body temperature [19:35]Regulation of blood sugar [21:05]Initiation of breastfeeding [24:42]Transfer of good bacteria [26:00]Separation distress call [27:35]Relief from pain [29:12]Enhancement of mother/baby communication [30:45]Bonding [32:05]Partner benefits [37:37] 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://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/apa.14754 https://babygooroo.com/articles/10-benefits-of-skin-to-skin-contact https://www.unicef.org.uk/babyfriendly/baby-friendly-resources/implementing-standards-resources/skin-to-skin-contact/ https://www.fatherly.com/parenting/the-benefits-of-skin-to-skin 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

Apr 26, 2023 • 36min
Balancing Breastfeeding and Pumping
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Pumping and breastfeeding. Seems to be a delicate balance, right?You can do it. And we can help. Listen up today for some tips on balancing pumping 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:Answering listener question [4:40]There is no wrong [5:20]How do you pump when breastfeeding 12x a day [8:40]Milk catchers (not a hakaa) [11:00]First feed of the day [11:35]Making things convenient [13:20]More stimulation = more milk [14:30]How long to pump [20:18]Comfort [24:02]Getting help [27:00]Things to remember [34:53] Today’s episode is sponsored by Motif Medical. The Motif Luna breast pump is proven to provide more milk in less time. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.motifmedical.com! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/oversupply/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/dealing-with-daycare/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

Apr 24, 2023 • 40min
How to help other breastfeeders
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastAttend Babies and Bumps! Abby and Dianne will be in Detroit! https://babies-and-bumps.com/Have you ever tried to give advice to someone only to have it thrown back at you? Or maybe someone gave you advice you didn’t want? What about when this happens with breastfeeding? Dianne and Abby talk about being a breastfeeding support person and helping people who may not want to be helped. Listen for more.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:How this episode came about [5:40]Being a lactation support person may not make a difference [9:00]Don’t work harder than the person you are trying to help [9:55]Scenario 1 [11:50]Complaining about something without giving advice [17:04]Scenario 2 [21:26]Expectations [26:23]Scenario 3 [27:50]Being overly supportive [32:37]We want people to feel empowered [33:12]Scenario 4 [34:10]Making an informed decision [37:10] 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!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/breastfeeding-support-red-flags/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/131-dealing-with-unsupportive-medical-professionals/ 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


