Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

Dianne Cassidy & Abby Theuring
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Jan 27, 2025 • 32min

Induced birth and separation from baby

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Today, Dianne and Abby are discussing inductions, and what happens if you are induced and separated from your baby.  This can be a very stressful situation, so having the information is important.  If you are expecting to be induced, this is the episode 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.com.  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:The message behind the episode [3:00]Common reasons for induction [4:48]When your body isn’t ready [11:28]When YOU aren’t ready [12:46]Intervention [13:10]Pitocin/Oxytocin [17:37]Skin to skin [21:20]Separation from baby [22:25]Pumping [24:00]Hand expression [25:16]When to supplement? [28:59]Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/antenatal-hand-expression-of-colostrum/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/pre-term-and-late-term-babies/ 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:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc,  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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Jan 20, 2025 • 34min

Maternal Separation Anxiety

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis week, Dianne and Abby get into maternal separation anxiety.  What happens when you don’t want to be separated from your baby?  What if it causes you anxiety to be apart?  Dianne and Abby have some tips to help you through it.  Listen in today! 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: Messages with questions [5:13]Let’s get into this episode [13:13]Anxiety is meant to protect us [15:29]Tips to deal with this [18:30]Website – Psyched Mommy [20:12]Identifying it [24:15]Preparation [25:00]Thinking of things positively [26:23]Visualize the negative things having a positive outcome [27:13]Start small [27:50]Write it down [29:10]Practicing acceptance [29:32]If it’s interfering with your life, seek help [31:04]Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/separation-anxiety/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-with-anxiety/https://www.psychedmommy.com 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:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc,  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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Jan 13, 2025 • 30min

Is it a growth spurt?

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis week, Dianne and Abby discuss a research article that debunks the idea of growth spurts.  How do you feel about growth spurts?  Is this a thing?  Listen in today as Dianne and Abby discuss the idea of growth spurts, and get their opinion on what happens with your milk supply. 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 update on the c-section episode [2:20]The article behind this episode [6:50]Fixed times and growth spurts [8:26]Inadequate milk supply? [11:00]Are we all saying the same thing in different ways? [12:22]Dianne has questions [16:04]Frequency days? [19:55]Feeding on demand and feeling confident [24:09]Having the support you need is important [28:40] Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/growth-spurts/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/when-your-milk-supply-is-fine/https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11547328/pdf/nutrients-16-03657.pdf?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2VNwDUChaumo2KfH2Mp6no71uFfV1nqc7HAF2WiwTW7chqNCpVFHwwsC8_aem_CoH-iOm37Mve85Fk3BwXjA 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:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc,  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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Jan 6, 2025 • 56min

Your Family, Your Legacy with Whitney Thompkins, Life Insurance Advisor

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastDo you have life insurance?  Or have you ever considered getting life insurance?  This week, Dianne and Abby step away from breastfeeding (only for a minute!) and talk with you about something important for the future of your family.  Don’t miss this episode Your Family Your Legacy founder Whitney Thompkins!  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:Whitney Thompkins [6:21]What is life insurance [9:56]Who is the demographic? [17:32]Captive companies for insurance [23:18]Everyone needs to experience life insurance [31:05]Whole life or term insurance [35:08]Talk with an agent who will protect your family [44:50]How to find Whitney [49:53]Website https://www.yourfamilyyourlegacy.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/yourfamilyyourlegacyLinks to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/melatonin-in-breastmilk/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-much-milk-does-a-baby-need/ 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:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc,  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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Dec 30, 2024 • 38min

Replay - Five Steps to Breastfeeding Success - Newborn Edition

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastIf someone were to ask you how they can successfully breastfeed their baby, what would you tell them? Today on the Podcast Dianne and Abby offer 5 tips to successfully breastfeeding your newborn baby.  Is your favorite tip part of this list?  Reach out to Dianne and Abby with your best tips to breastfeeding a newborn! 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 [4:54]Undressing baby for feeds [8:56]Avoiding bottles [13:02]Suggestions for caretakers [16:53]Breastfeed on demand [21:53]Rest when you can [24:00]Call a lactation consultant [33:12] Today’s episode is brought to you by Cimilre Breast Pumps! Cimilre breast pumps range in size from ultra tiny pumps as small as a sticky note, to fully adjustable pumps with 85 setting combinations. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.cimilrebreastpumps.com.Today’s episode is sponsored by Mamma’s Liquid Love! Mamma’s Liquid Love handcrafts breastmilk (or umbilical cord, placenta, hair, ashes) jewelry. They’ve crafted over 25,000 pieces in 10 years. Use code BADASS for 10% off you order at www.mammasliquidlove.com.  Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/safe-co-sleeping/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/normal-newborn-behavior/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/common-newborn-questions/ 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:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc,  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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Dec 23, 2024 • 34min

When Baby is Fussy at the Breast

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastHas your baby ever been fussy when you were trying to feed them?  And then the next feeding they were fine.  What’s the difference? Why is this happening? Today Dianne and Abby talk a little bit about why your baby may have times when they are fussy during feedings and how you can help them to feed better. 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:Reflux [5:42]“Witching” Hour [8:25]Positioning [11:17]Doesn’t want to eat / distraction [16:36]Messages from listeners! [20:58]Fast milk flow [25:00]Fussiness during the holidays [27:05] Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/?s=refluxhttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/dealing-with-family-during-the-holidays-listener-stories/ 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:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc,  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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Dec 16, 2024 • 38min

Breastfeeding after a Cesarean Birth

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastBreastfeeding after a cesarean delivery?  Is it different than after a vaginal birth?  Absolutely.  But how?  Listen today as Dianne and Abby discuss breastfeeding after cesarean (listener request!) and how you can get through 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 message behind the episode [3:25]Rates of c-sec [8:43]Gentle c-sec- baby to family in the OR [10:30]Skin to skin time [11:24]Positioning [17:32]Squeeze! [19:10]Hospital tips [23:10]Baby carriers [28:48]Abby asked the internet! [32:58]Delayed milk [36:55]  Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/baby-stuff-you-need-and-dont-need-in-the-first-year/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/cesarean-births-and-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:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc,  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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Dec 9, 2024 • 33min

Nursing Aversion

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast  Nursing aversion is a breastfeeding phenomenon that is really not discussed much.  There is limited research out there in the world.  So, what happens with nursing aversion and how can you get through it?  Learn more about it on today’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:The message about nursing aversion [6:08]Melissa Morns research [7:40]Different from D-MER [10:08]Hormones [15:44]The wheel of fortune of feelings [18:00]Boundaries [22:29]What can you do to help? [24:55]  Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/116-surviving-sexual-assault-healing-through-breastfeeding-with-nikki-patrick/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/formula-marketing/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/nursing-aversion-with-melissa-morns/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/setting-breastfeeding-boundaries/ 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:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc,  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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Dec 2, 2024 • 34min

Breastfeeding myths we found on the internet

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast The internet is full of great information.  But it’s also full of crap.  Today, Dianne and Abby share some internet information that is both good and bad.  Tied into this episode is also some messages from fantastic listeners like 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:Don’t listen to the internet [6:20]Dianne’s dental find [6:49]Take it to the floor [10:14]Stuff from the CDC website [17:40]Breastmilk over 1 year and nutrition [20:22]Reddit [23:38]Messages from listeners-oversupply and fertility [25:27] Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/more-breastfeeding-myths/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/057-cavities/ 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:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc,  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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Nov 25, 2024 • 32min

Cavities

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis is a topic that keeps coming up.  Cavities.  Will breastfeeding cause cavities in your baby’s teeth?  Listen today and Dianne and Abby discuss the research behind whether human milk is destructive to human teeth.  Don’t miss 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.com.  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:Abby has messages! [3:20]Research [5:48]Bottle vs breastfeeding and cavities [8:04]Research about soaking teeth [12:55]Dr. Jay Gordon [14:47]Introducing sugar to kids [19:43]Blog from Abby’s page [[25:10]  Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://kellymom.com/ages/older-infant/tooth-decay/https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-024-60582-whttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/057-cavities/ 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:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc,  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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