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Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Postpartum depression…or postpartum mood disorders.  What does this mean?  And what mood disorders does it include?  Listen this week as Dianne and Abby discuss this very important topic and how it may impact you as a parent.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:FB live fun!  Tune in! [6:05]The main point everyone needs to know [8:50]Abby talks about her anxiety after Jack was born [11:05]Research [15:00]Depression vs. anxiety [15:40]The 4th trimester [18:40]Normal newborn stuff [27:00]Panic disorder [28:21]Perinatal OCD [28:30]PTSD [30:25]A real-life example [32:45]Perinatal bipolar disorder [34:30]Postpartum psychosis [38:23]Getting help [44:07]Today’s episode is brought to you by Solid Starts. Solid Starts provides resources that help you start solid foods with your baby! Visit www.solidstarts.com.Today's episode is brought to you by Dockatot! Dockatot is a multi-functional lounging, playing, chilling, and snuggling dock for baby and toddlers! Use code BADASS for 15% off and free shipping at www.dockatot.com!Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-in-the-4th-trimester/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-mental-health-and-medications/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/052-postpartum-mood-disorders/Researchhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5599312/https://journals.lww.com/obgynsurvey/FullText/2019/06000/Perinatal_Posttraumatic_Stress_Disorder__A_Review.20.aspx?casa_token=HwSmg05T5tkAAAAA:pKH9nkfmhZeoOw4oG91bMt5ZB5-qaotmWK6nOy_cR0Ovdb3w00NZ8db2_cqXbOMtiQB1CJ8VP8XQ9LuFamKK https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IeHcsFqK7SoSet 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~

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Post weaning depression – what is it and why don’t we hear more about it?Listen this week and Dianne and Abby discuss post weaning depression and why it is so important you know the details 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:Do hormones even out?  [4:53]Strange weaning symptoms? [7:40]The importance of involving an IBCLC [10:30]Post on Abby’s FB page [11:39]Dianne’s lightbulb moment [21:34]The trigger with starting solids [26:00]Educating providers [30:35]Does weaning earlier cause a more significant hormonal response? [34:30]What to do if you have a stop date [39:00] Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Imani 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/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/weaning-an-infant/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/weaning-an-infant/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/     Best Breastfeeding Book!!https://www.amazon.com/THIS-BOOK-SUCKS-feeding-shouldnt/dp/B0B3P275JP/ref=asc_df_B0B3P275JP/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=598244024349&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2460593586258417532&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005669&hvtargid=pla-1678086109866&psc=1Check 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!Stress.  We know it impacts so much of daily life.But what does it do to breastfeeding? And is it worth it to continue breastfeeding when you feel like stress is all around you?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 long did Abby nurse her boys – listener question [3:00]Bottom line [8:35]The most stressful phrase EVER [12:45]Initiating breastfeeding and stress – delayed milk coming in [15:08]Impacting milk supply? [16:20]Hormonal response [16:42]Is it in your milk? [22:55]Return to work stress and some ideas to help [24:50]Shifting the blame [28:00]Increased cortisol and milk composition [32:05]Post Partum Anxiety (PPA) and stress [32:46]Knowing the triggers [33:50] Episode is sponsored by Solid Starts and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/what-is-self-care/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-with-anxiety/ Research Articles we talked abouthttps://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-021-90980-3 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6120523/ 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!Someone recently asked Dianne and Abby about cleaning products and whether this will affect breastmilk and the baby.What are your thoughts on this?Dianne and Abby look at some research.  But you probably know the outcome.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 think about the toxins in your environment? [5:18]The toxins we get [8:59]Some research [10:33]Breastfeeding is still the best way to feed [11:03]How your body reacts [12:25]Breastmilk is protection [15:00]The first contaminant in milk [16:35]Anthropology Lesson [23:18]Regulated language [27:15]Weighing benefits and risks [32:15]Medications [32:58]Lead info [35:18]The daily word! [37:00]Organic [39:38] Today’s episode is brought to you by Original Sprout. Original Sprout carries safe and effective styling, body and hair care products that are safe for babies and great for adults. Use code BADASS at www.originalsprout.com for 25% off of your purchase.Today’s episode is brought to you by Imani! Experience optimal pumping with hospital-strength output, as well as a never-before-seen boost mode. Visit imaniusa.com and use code BADASS for 25% off your order! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/the-impact-of-breastfeeding-on-the-environment/ Research Articles we talked abouthttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667009722000112 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2569122/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!Oh those nighttime feeds.  Do you think you can learn to appreciate them?What if your baby does sleep?  Does that mean you have to pump?  What happens?Episodes about sleep never get old.  Why?  Because everyone loves sleep and there is so much to talk about.  This is proof of that.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:This Book Sucks [2:00]Dianne’s in a covid haze [4:48]Trying to appreciate night feeds [10:19]What is the rule for feeding your newborn at night? [12:57]Those random stretches of sleep that might happen [15:51]Trying to re-create the ‘good’ nights [16:25]Do you pump during the night? [22:40]What is the longest stretch baby sleeps? [24:50]Some reasons your baby might still be feeding at night [26:45]The tigers [28:35]Expectations of nighttime [30:10]Finding yourself in a co-sleep situation [33:15]Creating a safe sleep environment [35:00]Solid foods (it’s a lie) [41:00]Stay tuned for Part 2!(there’s just so much to talk about!!) Today’s episode is brought to you by Solid Starts. Solid Starts provides resources that help you start solid foods with your baby! Visit www.solidstarts.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/safe-co-sleeping/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/nighttime-milk-supply/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastsleeping/the blog about the tigershttp://www.drjen4kids.com/soap%20box/normal_%20newborn.htm#.Y0M-ei2B1QIThis Book Sucks linkhttps://www.amazon.com/THIS-BOOK-SUCKS-feeding-shouldnt/dp/B0B3P275JP/ref=asc_df_B0B3P275JP/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=598244024349&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7285524299637316332&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005669&hvtargid=pla-1678086109866&psc=1Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/     Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast~

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Human milk test kits and test strips…what is this all about anyway?You will not believe the kits on the market these days.  And how do you think Dianne and Abby feel about all of this?  Listen in to find 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:This is gonna be a rant…these kits are unreal [3:00]Alcohol test strips [4:10]The kit that started the whole conversation [11:15]The statement that says it all [14:54]The next 2 tests to come up…Abby is flabbergasted [22:07]Breastfeeding Progress?  What? [26:10]Allergy test strip [30:33]Mastitis [31:15]Lactation Cookies (don’t be rude to a cookie) [37:34] Today’s episode is brought to you by Original Sprout. Original Sprout carries safe and effective styling, body and hair care products that are safe for babies and great for adults. Use code BADASS at www.originalsprout.com for 25% off of your purchase.Today’s episode is brought to you by Imani! Experience optimal pumping with hospital-strength output, as well as a never-before-seen boost mode. Visit imaniusa.com and use code BADASS for 25% off your order! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/drinking-alcohol-while-breastfeeding/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/130-clogged-ducts-and-mastitis/ the kick ass statement on GMAhttps://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/parents-test-breast-milk-59853781Set 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!The 4th trimester.  What does that mean?Does it apply to the parent?  Or the baby?Listen this week as Dianne and Abby talk more about the 4th trimester and what to expect.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:Listener question – should you time caffeine consumption? [3:50]There are 2 sides to the 4th trimester [9:03]What is the 4th trimester, anyway? [11:20]The evolution behind it…Abby loves this part [12:20]The problem is expectations [17:40]All the attention is on the baby [24:40]The postpartum questionnaire…what happens with that? [29:53]How returning to work conflicts with the 4th trimester [34:40] Today’s episode is brought to you by Solid Starts. Solid Starts provides resources that help you start solid foods with your baby! Visit www.solidstarts.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/the-first-days-home/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-expectations/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/052-postpartum-mood-disorders/ 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!What’s the most common question lactation consultants get?How to know your baby is getting enough milk.  Tune in today as we answer this question and help you identify how to know when your baby is getting enough to eat.  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:What about all the amazing things that happen before the baby is born? [7:14]When you need to know how much, and the signs aren’t enough [10:43]Diapers – what should you be seeing if baby is getting enough? [12:50]Simple solutions that helped Abby and Exley [15:15]What doesn’t work [21:40]Knowing your baby [22:54]Will your baby come off when done? [23:57]Timed feeds?  How long should baby stay on? [25:25]Recognizing the signs that your baby is feeding [26:40]Milk per feeding [31:40]Weighed feeds- good or not so good? [32:48]Is it a weight problem at all? [37:30]How to get more milk into your baby [38:50]It’s important to identify the problem [41:30] Today’s episode is brought to you by Original Sprout. Original Sprout carries safe and effective styling, body and hair care products that are safe for babies and great for adults. Use code BADASS at www.originalsprout.com for 25% off of your purchase.Today’s episode is brought to you by Imani! Experience optimal pumping with hospital-strength output, as well as a never-before-seen boost mode. Visit imaniusa.com and use code BADASS for 25% off your order! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/oversupply/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-birth-interventions-affect-breastfeeding/ Swallowing videoshttps://globalhealthmedia.org/videos/attaching-your-baby-at-the-breast/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WWzPBI7kEg 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!Do hospitals practice evidence based medicine when it comes to newborn babies and breastfeeding?And  does what happens during your hospital stay have an impact on your overall breastfeeding?Tune in this week and find out what to watch for and how to navigate the early days.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:Hospitals are for profit and protocol driven [4:55]Rooming In [11:20]Clusterfeeding [16:08]Having the knowledge of what to expect before baby is born [21:04]Weight loss [22:09]Blood sugar levels [26:35]Antenatal hand expression [28:29]Medicated deliveries [33:57] Today’s episode is brought to you by Original Sprout. Original Sprout carries safe and effective styling, body and hair care products that are safe for babies and great for adults. Use code BADASS at www.originalsprout.com for 25% off of your purchase.Today’s episode is brought to you by Imani! Experience optimal pumping with hospital-strength output, as well as a never-before-seen boost mode. Visit imaniusa.com and use code BADASS for 25% off your order! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/the-first-days-home/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-birth-interventions-affect-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~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!Dianne and Abby are on vacation this week! Please enjoy this perviously recorded episode!Do you worry about your milk supply?Have you ever wondered how it works, or if it will just ‘dry up’?We have all been here, especially Dianne and Abby.  Listen for all the info.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.comWE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!!  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:It’s World Breastfeeding Month!  [4:47]It’s not as easy to hurt milk supply as you might think [6:43]Breastfeeding Curriculum (brilliant idea) [9:48]Process of milk coming in [13:06]Feeding on a schedule [15:53]Skipping feeds [20:55]Challenges of pumping at work [21:51]Early Night Weaning [28:46] *This Episode is sponsored by Niki’s and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/signs-breastfeeding-is-going-well/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/124-breastfeeding-boundaries/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-around-the-world-world-breastfeeding-week-2020/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/native-breastfeeding-week-interview-with-jasha-lyons-echo-hawk/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/black-breastfeeding-week-with-meisha-the-nurse-milk/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/      Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Don’t Forget!!  Dianne and Abby have started the new parenting podcast!  Check out Revolution Parenting!  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1755123/8400508 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