Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Have you ever received sketchy breastfeeding advice?Have you ever received this advice from a medical professional?Listen up, you aren’t alone.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:Dianne’s list of flushable info begins [5:55]Allergic to breastmilk [6:49]The constipated newborn [10:07]Giving water to a baby [12:26]Cow’s milk for brain development [15:26]Abby starts her list with cavities [22:04]Supplementing to help milk come in [22:41]Medication myths [26:35]Scheduled feeds [30:04]Abby’s last bit of flushable advice [31:07]  This week’s shout out [21:17]Black Women Do Cloth DiaperIG @blackwomendoclothdiaper  *This Episode is sponsored by Mama’s Milk Wrap and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/134-breastfeeding-and-medications/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-info-to-flush-down-the-toilet/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/118-breastfeeding-myths-that-wont-die/  Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/2021/01/10/how-much-fat-should-be-in-breastmilk/  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!Have you ever heard of the term “Breastsleeping?”Have you received information about co sleeping or bedsharing?Are you unsure about what to think?You are about to find out what Breastsleeping really 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.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 breastsleeping? [5:31]Imprinting [7:35]4th trimester [10:40]How anti bedsharing campaigns are blocking information [13:36]Taking choices away [15:51]Plane crash analogy [21:26]More on imprinting (fascinating) [24:06]Doing what feels right [27:00]Where Abby found her information as a new mother [31:30]Parents take the blame [32:30] This week’s shout out [20:06]Aiyana D, Black MidwifeIG - @thevaginachronicleswww.thevaginachronicles.org *This Episode is sponsored by Mama’s Milk Wrap and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/safe-co-sleeping/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/bed-sharing-and-getting-sleep/ https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/apa.13034Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.wordpress.com/2021/01/03/my-top-5-lactation-advocates-to-follow/  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.comMusic 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!Has anyone given you questionable parenting advice?Have you heard the phrase “sharing is caring?”Does ‘time out’ as a punishment sound strange?Tune in for some real reasons and guidance on why some if these things are considered bad parenting advice.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:No sponsors or breaks today, just talk [00:38]Different parenting ideas [10:08]Kids, like babies, are all different [11:58]Dianne’s first parenting fail [12:20]Food guilt [13:35]The slogan Abby hates [18:44]The Apology [21:52]Why you shouldn’t make your kids show affection [24:34]Time out [27:38]Parenting podcast on the horizon? [36:37] This week’s shout out [00:55]Erica DudleyEnriched Lactation Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/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!“Honey, I know you hate pumping, and I’m sure that doesn’t help.  This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are giving suggestions on ways to increase pumping output.  Maybe you should listen." “Really?  I will definitely listen.  I didn’t realize that there was anything I could do to make it better!” This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are talking about how to increase pumping output and how to make pumping more tolerable. Do you pump?  Don’t miss this episode! It’s our 100th episode!!  Thank you SO much for listening and supporting breastfeeding.  You are all badass!!  Watch for our exciting 100th episode contest!  Thanks for all the reviews on iTunes! They really help us out. Please keep them coming!! Stay tuned because we will have another comment giveaway soon!!  Dianne can be seen at DianneCassidyConsulting.com and Abby can be seen at thebadassbreastfeeder.com Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in then Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Did you find it difficult to have sex after you had a baby?Were you afraid your sex life would not be the same again?You have to hear the stories from other breastfeeders who felt like this.  You aren’t alone. 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:How this episode came about [3:54]Abby’s story [5:32]First story – sex after c-section [7:37]Second story [11:54]Feeling dry, hormones, and vaginal changes [12:44]Story 3, things are changing [14:25]Story 4, adult breastfeeding [22:06]Story 5 about zero sex [24:05]Bill Clinton sex [25:47]Dianne’s favorite story [27:19]Facebook stories [31:05] This week’s shout out [21:06]@MswrightswayAshley Wright *This Episode is sponsored by Kindred Bravely and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/079-boobs/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/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!Badass Breastfeeding PodcastDo you know the difference between co-sleeping and bed sharing?Are you freaked out at the idea of co sleeping and / or bed sharing?Do you know the rules for safely sleeping? If not, definitely listen up.  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:James McKenna, what does a safe sleep environment mean? [5:56]Breastfeeding [6:46]Co sleep vs. bed share [8:05]Rules for your bed [10:04]What kind of mattress to have [11:59]LLL statement [15:07]Safe Sleep Seven [20:46]Breastfeeding cuddle curl [23:12]Why the cuddle curl works (James McKenna research) [24:13]  This week’s shout out [19:44]Women’s Hall of Fame *This Episode is sponsored by Kindred Bravely and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed~ https://www.breastfeedingbasics.com/badass-breastfeeder/check-amazing-co-sleeping-options https://cosleeping.nd.edu/safe-co-sleeping-guidelines/ https://www.llli.org/the-safe-sleep-seven/ https://www.unicef.org.uk/babyfriendly/baby-friendly-resources/sleep-and-night-time-resources/co-sleeping-and-sids/ https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/BFM.2019.29144.psb   Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/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!Have you ever heard of nursing aversion or breastfeeding aversion?Have you ever experienced breastfeeding aversion?If you are wondering what it is, or if you think you have experienced it, definitely listen to this 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.comWE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!!  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!Things we talked about:New place to listen to us! [3:25]Dianne’s disclaimer [5:18]Abby’s disclaimer [6:49]Melissa Morns [8:19]4 key metaphors [13:57]D-MER and breastfeeding aversion [15:48]Describing feelings of aversion when breastfeeding [22:05]Mixed feelings [24:11]Coping [28:09]Final metaphor [28:52]Breastfeeding as healing [29:28]Coping mechanisms [30:09] This week’s shout out [20:56]@blackwomenbirthingwww.blackmomlife.com *This Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Fairhaven Health Links to things we talked about, including blogs and previous episodes~ Nursing Aversion/Breastfeeding Aversion Facebook Grouphttps://m.facebook.com/groups/407193142696633 7 Tips To Help Cope With Nursing Aversion https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com/7-tips-to-help-cope-with-nursing-aversion/ My Nursing Aversion Episodehttps://www.breastfeedingbasics.com/badass-breastfeeder/nursing-aversion-episode Healing Through Breastfeeding: A Sexual Abuse Survivorhttps://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com/healing-through-breastfeeding-a-sexual-abuse-survivor/ Surviving Sexual Assault, Healing Through Breastfeeding With Nikki Patrickhttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/116-surviving-sexual-assault-healing-through-breastfeeding-with-nikki-patrick/ Breastfeeding Boundarieshttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/124-breastfeeding-boundaries/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/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 Hol

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Are you breastfeeding, but didn’t get your period back yet?Are you breastfeeding, but did get your period?Are you wondering what the hell is going on with your period now that you just had a baby?You aren’t alone.  It’s one of the many postpartum mysteries. Listen up to learn 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:How getting your period back is like pumping [4:13]Some variables to consider [5:07]Postpartum bleeding vs. having your period [8:10]Why don’t you get a period, anyway? [8:51]Breastfeeding and spacing babies [14:15]What’s normal? [21:30]What we are told [23:40]Milk supply and your period [25:02]What you can do to help [26:41] This week’s shout out [20:17]@crimson_doula_lene – IGhttps://www.lenesbirthservices.com *This Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Fairhaven Health Some episodes we mentioned that you should listen to (if you haven’t already) or we think you should just check them out ~ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/090-your-period-and-fertility-while-breastfeeding/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/birth-control-and-milk-supply/ The Kellymom Article~ https://kellymom.com/bf/can-i-breastfeed/herbs/natural-treatments/#calcium Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/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!Are you worried about taking medications while breastfeeding?Do you feel like you are having trouble transitioning into parenthood?Do you feel alone with all of this?You are definitely NOT alone.  We’ve been there. 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:Why we rant sometimes [2:05]Dr. Hale’s research [5:19]Postnatal mood disorder stats [10:33]History of anxiety / depression as a risk factor [13:37]Why you shouldn’t abruptly wean [15:23]Postpartum screening [21:19]Abby’s experience after Jack [22:30]Dianne’s experience [23:15]Transition to parenthood [26:18]Today’s Takeaway [29:57]Tips [30:26] This week’s shout out [19:23]Black Sisters Midwifery – IGhttps://www.blacksistersmidwifery.com *This Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Fairhaven Health Some episodes we mentioned that you should listen to (if you haven’t already) or we think you should just check them out ~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/134-breastfeeding-and-medications/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/052-postpartum-mood-disorders/   Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Classes / Groups~https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pumping-and-returning-to-work-how-breastpumps-can-keep-you-out-of-trouble-tickets-128032204771https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-mom-virtual-support-group-tickets-125263367103 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!Are you nervous about breastfeeding in public?Have you breastfed your baby outside of your home and someone said something to you about it?Are you worried someone will say something and you aren’t sure what to do?Well…well…we have a whole course for 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.comWE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!!  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:How Abby became the Badass Breastfeeder [6:02]When breasts have a function [8:38]Dianne’s nursing in public (NIP) research study [10:45]Traditional roles [12:49]How far have we really come? [15:22]Tips to NIP [22:03]Abby’s poll – the #1 concern [23:35]Do you have to use the nursing room? [26:57]Virginia – and how the laws were changed [31:21]Babywearing [33:37] This week’s shout out [21:23]Poll workers, mail carriers, phone workers, election workers, and everyone who made the election possible. *This Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Mama Bar Some episodes we mentioned that you should listen to (if you haven’t already) or we think you should just check them out ~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/012-nip-nursing-in-public-part-1/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/birth-control-and-milk-supply/ Articles we discussed~Abby’s NIP course  Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Classes / Groups~https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pumping-and-returning-to-work-how-breastpumps-can-keep-you-out-of-trouble-tickets-128032204771https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-mom-virtual-support-group-tickets-125263367103 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