Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!“Honey, I am frustrated that I have not lost all my baby weight yet.  Some of the moms at my mothers group are going to start a diet.  I wonder if I should join them.”  “Honey, it’s only been a couple months since our little guy was born.  Do you think a diet is a good idea?”  “I don’t know.  I am not sure what to do.  The latest episode of the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast came out today – Dianne and Abby are talking about body image and losing weight. Do you want to listen with me?  Maybe it can help me make a decision about what to do.”  “Good idea honey.  I think that will help a lot.  Let’s listen to the podcast.”  This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are talking about losing weight while breastfeeding, body image, and all the societal baggage that comes with it.  Have you thought about how your body has changed since having kids?  If the answer is YES, you definitely need to listen to this episode.  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!“Honey!  Do you remember when my milk came in?  I remember what it was like, but what did you think?”  “Honey, I do remember.  You were so worried but it was all ok.  Why?”  ‘Well, we were talking about this in my parent group today.  One of the new mothers is worried that her milk isn’t coming in well and that she will not be able to breastfeed.”  “Ohh I understand.  Well, did you tell her to listen to the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast?”  “I did!  Dianne and Abby are talking about milk coming in this week!  I think it will help her a lot!”  This week, Dianne and Abby are talking about what to expect when your milk comes in, how to identify problems and what to look for.  It can be so confusing to know what is expected in the early days. Check it out!! 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!“Honey, I went to the dentist today and they said I need some dental work done.  They have to give me medicine and the dentist told me I will have to pump and dump my milk for 24 hours.  I won’t be able to feed our little guy.”  “Honey, are you sure about this? That’s kind of extreme.”“Yes, I am not sure what to do.  Dianne and Abby are talking about pumping and dumping milk on the podcast this week, but I haven’t listened yet.  I am so discouraged.” “Well, let’s listen to what Dianne and Abby have to say about pump and dump before making any decisions.  Maybe that will help give us the information we need.”  This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are raging about PUMP and DUMP and all the reasons you should NEVER do this.  If you are a breastfeeding mother, do not miss this podcast!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!“Hey honey, a topic came up at work today that I am hoping you can help with.  People at work know you are breastfeeding our little guy.  One of my co-workers is pregnant and she has to have a c-section.  Would that impact breastfeeding?” “Hmm.  That’s a good question honey. I have talked to a couple of new mothers who had c-sections, but I am not sure about the situations.  However, breastfeeding after a c-section is the topic on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast this week.  I haven’t listened yet, but I’m sure it would be helpful.”  “Honey, that’s perfect.  I will tell her to listen to the podcast for all the information!”  This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are talking about breastfeeding after cesarean deliveries.  This was a listener request topic!  We would love YOUR input as well!  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!This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Abby is honored to interview Erika.  You may remember Erika as one of the winners of the Breastfeeding/Pumping in Public photo contest.  She is back this week, as our special podcast guest for Black Breastfeeding Week!  This episode is a little longer than usual, but we hope you love the interview. 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!“Honey, breastfeeding just doesn’t feel ok.” “Honey, what do you mean? Do you have pain?”  “Umm no.  I don’t know if I can explain it.  When I’m first starting to breastfeed our little guy, I just feel kinda blah.  Kind of sad and empty. It’s been happening for a while, and I don’t get it.  I really enjoy breastfeeding.  I don’t understand why I feel like this.”  “Honey!  This is amazing.  Not that you feel like this, but that you are finally talking about it.  Dianne and Abby have an entire episode about this!  There’s a name for it and everything!  You better go listen!”  Have you ever had some negative-type feelings when you breastfeed?  They don’t last the entire time, but they are there.  This is a real thing!  Check out the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast this week as Dianne and Abby talk about D-MER (dysphoric milk ejection reflex) and what you can do to help yourself if you are having these feelings.   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!“Honey, I’m worried”  “What’s wrong honey?” “Well, we were talking about weaning in my moms group today.  Some mothers mentioned that they had depression after they weaned.  They didn’t know why, but they talked about feeling different after they stopped breastfeeding.  What if that happens to me?”  “Honey, don’t worry.  But why haven’t we heard about this before?”  “No one talks about it!!!  One of the mothers said that she listened to the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast and Dianne and Abby are talking about it.  I better go see if I can find that episode and listen.  I feel like I should know more about this!”  This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are talking about post partum weaning depression.  This is a real part of breastfeeding that some women experience and no one talks about it.  Take the time to listen and share with other mothers.  Let’s bring awareness to this very important topic!  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!“Honey, work is sending me on a training.  I have to fly across the country and be gone for 3 days.  I am excited about the training, but I don’t know how I feel about leaving our little guy.”  “Honey, we will be fine.  I can handle everything!  But wait, what about the milk?”  “Well, I was worried about that too.  Luckily, Dianne and Abby are talking about traveling and pumping and what to do about all of this on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast this week.” “Perfect!  Hopefully listening will make you feel better about traveling.  I’ll listen with you!  Maybe there is something I can do to help you.”  This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are talking about pumping while traveling, in particular without the baby.  Do you have a trip coming up?  There are some great tips in this episode.  Don’t miss it!  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!“Honey, why are you crying?”  “Honey, I just feel so overwhelmed.  I feel like I am doing this whole mothering thing wrong.  I want everything to be perfect for our little guy.”  “I don’t know.  I was listening to the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast a little while ago.  Dianne and Abby are talking about being the perfect parent.  I don’t think there is such a thing anymore.”  “Honey, I really need to go listen to this episode.  Everything just feels so hard for me right now.”  The perfect parent.  Is there such a thing?  Society may think so, but Dianne and Abby certainly don’t.  This is a must listen episode for any parent who feels the need to be perfect for their baby is completely overwhelming.   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!“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