

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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Jul 30, 2018 • 34min
049 Exercise and Breastfeeding
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!“Hey honey, you’re headed to the gym again? Are you sure that’s a good idea? Won’t that impact your milk somehow?” “Honey, I’m just doing some low key activity, just to get moving again. I was listening to the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast today, and Dianne and Abby said that exercise doesn’t impact milk or milk supply. I won’t overdo it, I promise!” This week, Dianne and Abby talk about exercise, and what it’s like to get back into fitness again after you have a baby. Check it out! This week’s episode is brought to you by Spand-Ice! You can get 20% off and free shipping by adding promo code “badass” at check out. Find them at https://spand-ice.com/badass 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

Jul 23, 2018 • 35min
048 Breastmilk Sharing, Cross Nursing
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!“Honey, if I wasn’t able to pump enough milk for our little guy while I am at work, how do you feel about donor milk?” “I don’t know too much about it. Where can I learn more?” “Dianne and Abby are talking about milk sharing on the podcast today. It’s really interesting! I think you should learn more about it!” This week, Dianne and Abby talk about the controversial subject of milk sharing. Listen up this week to learn more! This week’s episode is brought to you by Spand-Ice! You can get 20% off and free shipping by adding promo code “badass” at check out. Find them at https://spand-ice.com/badass 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

Jul 16, 2018 • 37min
047 U.S. Breastfeeding News Story
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!“Hey Honey, did you see the recent news story about breastfeeding? It’s getting world wide attention!” “I’m learning about it right now on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast! Dianne and Abby are breaking it down. There is so much I never realized!” This week, Dianne and Abby are talking about breastfeeding in the news, and the sometimes-political world of breastfeeding. It’s a part of breastfeeding you never knew existed! This week’s episode is brought to you by Spand-Ice! You can get 20% off and free shipping by adding promo code “badass” at check out. Find them at https://spand-ice.com/badass 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

Jul 8, 2018 • 33min
046 Breastfeeding Preemies
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!“Honey, my co-worker’s wife just had a preemie. The little guy is only 34 weeks! My co-worker and his wife are both worried that she won’t be able to breastfeed. What should we tell them?” “Honey, tell them to listen to the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast! Dianne and Abby are talking about preemies breastfeeding this week!” This week Dianne and Abby are talking about the challenges of breastfeeding premature babies, and how to offer support to families of preemies. This week’s episode is brought to you by Spand-Ice! You can get 20% off and free shipping by adding promo code “badass” at check out. Find them at https://spand-ice.com/badass 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

Jul 2, 2018 • 34min
045 Becoming a Breastfeeding Advocate
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!“Honey, I have really learned so much during my breastfeeding journey with our little guy. What if I became a breastfeeding advocate, or even an IBCLC?” “Honey, there’s always room for another person who supports breastfeeding. What would you have to do?” “Dianne and Abby are talking about it this week on the podcast!” This week Dianne and Abby spend time talking about becoming a breastfeeding advocate, CLC, Lactation Educator and IBCLC. 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!! AND NOW…We are also available on Spodify!! 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

Jun 25, 2018 • 34min
044 Breastfeeding Supplements
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!“Honey, what are all these things you picked up at the store? Oatmeal, brewers yeast, herbal supplements…what is all of this stuff for?” “I’m worried about my milk supply and I read that these things can help.” “Honey! Your supply is fine! Look at how well our baby is growing!” Listen this week Dianne and Abby tackle the common concern about milk supply, supplements, and what the truth is behind it all. This week’s episode is brought to you by Spand-Ice! You can get 20% off and free shipping by adding promo code “badass” at check out. Find them at https://spand-ice.com/badass 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

Jun 18, 2018 • 30min
043 Breastfeeding Babies That Won't/Don't Latch
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!“Honey, the baby really doesn’t seem to want to latch. I don’t think she wants to breastfeed.” “Nonsense! All babies want to breastfeed, that’s what they’re born to do!” This week Dianne and Abby tackle the stressful problem of babies that won’t latch. There are so many things that could be happening here, from birth trauma to tongue ties, but don’t worry, we are here to walk you through 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!! Email questions and comments to thebadassbreastfeeder@gmail.com 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

Jun 11, 2018 • 36min
042 Gassy Breastfeeding Babies
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!“Honey, the baby is really fussy after you ate broccoli 2 days in a row now. Could that be upsetting the baby’s tummy?” “I don’t think so, Dianne and Abby said that food is rarely the culprit with gassy babies. She’s probably just trying to figure out how to fart! Babies have to learn everything from scratch!” This week Dianne and Abby are discussing gassy babies and putting to rest your worries about what you are eating. Stop reading labels for 30 minutes to get educated on the bowels of newborns and just how difficult it is to pass that normal gas. 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!! Email questions and comments to thebadassbreastfeeder@gmail.com 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 the Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Jun 4, 2018 • 34min
041 Breastfeeding Discrimination & Harassment
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!“Honey, how was work today?” “It was awful! My boss only let me pump one time and told me I had to do it in the bathroom! Now I am engorged, I’m afraid of getting plugged ducts and I am totally humiliated!” This week Dianne and Abby are discussing workplace discrimination and public harassment. Even though there are laws that protect pumping and breastfeeding discrimination and harassment still happen often. To be violated in this way can scar a breastfeeder for like and make them feel totally isolated. We are here to expose these incidents and support you through them. 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!! Email questions and comments to thebadassbreastfeeder@gmail.com 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

May 28, 2018 • 33min
040 - Oversupply, When You Make Too Much Breastmilk
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!“Honey! I think someone spilled something in the bed. There is a huge wet spot.” “No, it’s just my boobs. They are leaking milk like a fountain. The baby is even having trouble feeding!” This week Dianne and Abby are soaking up all your extra milk. We’ll answer all the questions, “Why does oversupply happen? How can I deal with it? How can I help my baby feed?” You’re not stuck with a soaking wet baby forever, we promise. 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!! Email questions and comments to thebadassbreastfeeder@gmail.com 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


