

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 13, 2021 • 38min
Hilarious Baby Items
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Useless baby items…we’ve all fallen into this trap.Do you have a favorite baby item? What about a useless item?Listen this week as Abby and Dianne talk about some (funny) useless items that are out there. Get ready. Some of these are pretty great.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:Abby’s opinion of baby wipes [6:22]Alcohol test strips [7:04]Debate about wipe warmers [8:35]The WhyCry (what the hell?) [10:12]Baby food processor [15:28]All the APPS [22:08]Bumper Bonnet [24:55]Jack up your baby [27:11]The Daddle Saddle [29:28] *This Episode is sponsored by Fairhaven Health and Simple Wishes Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/you-reached-1-year-now-what/ 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/1755123/8400508Follow 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 8, 2021 • 36min
Breastfeeding and Diet
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Have you ever worried about your diet when breastfeeding?Most parents wonder if what they are eating is bothering their baby…is this possible?Listen this week and get the real story behind diet and human milk.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 ongoing myth [5:20]The deal with dairy [6:32]Gassy foods and breastfeeding [7:05]Breastfeeding is the thing we are doing, but not everything is breastfeeding related [13:12]Staying focused on solutions [15:27]Where breastfeeding came from? [19:10]Diets around the world [19:44]Fluids [22:28]We make breastfeeding too hard [24:26]Vegetarian and vegan diets [29:02]Focus on yourself [30:42] *This Episode is sponsored by LaVie Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-with-anxiety/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/medical-info-to-flush-down-the-toilet/ 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/1755123/8400508Follow 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 6, 2021 • 37min
What happens at a Lactation Consultation?
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Have you ever wondered what happens at a lactation consultation?This question comes up a lot…what to expect when you make an appointment with an LCDianne and Abby are talking about lactation consultations, and making sure you get what you need when you have 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: Remember – extra episodes for December! [4:01]What happens at a consult? [9:05]Getting more than 1 opinion [12:03]Show me what you do [14:35]It’s hard to fix what you can’t see [16:00]Talking about your concerns [21:15]Weighed feedings [23:02]If you think you’re not getting good info…you’re probably not [32:36] *This Episode is sponsored by Fairhaven Health and Simple Wishes Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-positions/ 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/1755123/8400508Follow 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 1, 2021 • 38min
The Science of Comfort Nursing
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Comfort nursing…what’s it all about?Is it ok to comfort nurse? Is it a bad habit?Tune in this week as Dianne and Abby talk about the science behind comfort nursing. Yes…the science.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:Should comfort nursing NOT happen? [4:51]Why breastfeeding should NOT be called breastfeeding [6:38]What is happening when they are latched on? [7:42]Science is cool [10:28]Physiological benefits of comfort nursing [12:15]This doesn’t last forever [16:27]Humans are immature [22:18]Lack of access to breastfeeding and community [25:57]Everything baby needs they get at the breast [30:40] *This Episode is sponsored by LaVie Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastsleeping/Breastsleeping article by James McKenna referencing imprintinghttps://louisegodincom.files.wordpress.com/2015/11/mckenna_et_al-2015-breastsleeping1.pdfMore about imprintinghttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25919999/ 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/1755123/8400508Follow 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 29, 2021 • 38min
You made it 1 year breastfeeding, now what?!
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!You’ve made it a year breastfeeding…now what happens?Can you stop pumping? What happens with solids? Do you have to wean?Dianne and Abby are talking about what to expect if you have been breastfeeding for a year. You know you have all the questions. 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 BIG Announcement [3:15]Weaning age [8:00]Drop the pump! (well, Abby says to smash it) [9:33]What do we do about solids? [12:55]What’s in the milk at a year? [14:20]All phases are intense [18:29]For the baby not interested in solids…[22:15]Longer breastfeeding = more benefit [27:20]Boundaries [29:35]The debate about statistics (thank goodness for Google) [33:19] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Simple Wishes Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-breastmilk-changes-with-your-child/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/124-breastfeeding-boundaries/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/night-weaning-and-boundaries/ 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/1755123/8400508Follow 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 22, 2021 • 35min
Breastfeeding Support Red Flags
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Red Flags are all the conversation right now.What’s a red flag when it comes to breast/chest feeding?Listen up as Dianne and Abby talk about red flag situations that have come up recently. I bet you can relate.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:Red Flags vs myths [5:15]The red flag around pain [9:16]Pain is an indication something isn’t right [12:17]When you randomly know a lactation consultant [18:57]Weight issues + bad advice = red flag [20:50]When you’re trying to find guidance [22:05]Parents always know when the information isn’t good [24:04]How do you trust someone you get bad advice from? [30:12]Breastfeeding is seen as disposable [31:32]Don’t ignore the red flag in your head [33:34] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Simple Wishes Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! 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/1755123/8400508Follow 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 15, 2021 • 1h 8min
Normal Sleep Behavior with Rebecca Michi
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!SLEEP! We all want it.We all want to help our children to sleep better so we can sleep better.That’s what this episode is all about. 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 history of Abby and Rebecca [5:30]How can I get my child to sleep? [11:15]At 3 months old, only 16% sleep “through” the night [18:04]Why is breastfeeding blamed? [20:25]Breastfeeding is great for sleep overall [26:10]When do babies get into deep sleep? [27:00]Where did sleep training come from? [31:44]What are we teaching? [39:50]Unwinding…but not before bed [45:39]Setting up the house/room for sleep success [57:13]Educating parents and having the tools for success [1:03:00]How you can find Rebecca [1:05:04] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! 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/1755123/8400508Follow 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 8, 2021 • 36min
Getting a Good Latch
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Do you know how to get a good latch?The latch is an important part of establishing a good breastfeeding relationship.Tune in this week and listen as Dianne and Abby talk about getting a good latch, and what to watch for as you are learning the ropes.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 do you know if your latch is good or bad? [5:10]Babies need your help with latch [6:02]How does the latch feel? [8:10]Seeing = doing [12:30]C-hold [18:25]Flanged lips [19:20]Areola latch [21:45]Nose to nipple [23:31]Babies are weird and spazzy [24:00]Nipple damage [28:50]Releasing the latch [31:00]Make sure you see an LC! [33:02] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!Link to position and latch videos with Nancy Mohrbacherhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJan8xCNgY4&list=PLpJt_90JhxkPJ6wQ-6VNggkqw0aWCfRD3&index=3 https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-positions/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/021-latching-101/ 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/1755123/8400508Follow 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 1, 2021 • 37min
Breastfeeding Behavior Changes with Age
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Breastfeeding changes as babies grow.This might be something that causes parents to question breastfeeding overall.Breastfeeding evolves. Tune in to hear 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.comWE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!! You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:Abby’s new friend with breastfeeding concerns [4:31]Evolutionary considerations [8:31]Pediatrician questions [9:38]Babies change quickly [14:28]All babies react different [17:19]Breastfeeding evolves [21:57]You don’t have to like every stage [24:43]Breastfed babies do not sleep well? What? [28:54]Change = growth [30:39] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-problem-or-developmental-milestone/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-breastmilk-changes-with-your-child/ 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/1755123/8400508Follow 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

Oct 25, 2021 • 37min
Pro-Weaning Partners
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Pro-weaning partners (or family)…It almost sounds positive, right?It’s not.Tune in this week and listen as Dianne and Abby talk more about how to handle unsupportive partners when 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.comWE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!! You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:What is going on in people’s heads? Do THEY even know? [5:20]Abby’s thoughts on why breast/chest feeding is not a family decision [8:37]Superheroes? [9:02]Breast is Best…or is it? [13:52]Lack of support = early weaning [19:54]Education [23:58]Partner postpartum mood disorders [29:07] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1755123/9301596 - check out this Revolution Parenting Boundaries episode https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/084-breastfeeding-from-a-partners-perspective/ https://www.postpartum.net – link for Postpartum Support International 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/1755123/8400508Follow 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