Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastDo you get a “doomsday” feeling when you start to breastfeed?  Have you ever felt that something just isn’t right with breastfeeding?  You may be experiencing D-MER.  Listen today as Dianne and Abby discuss D-MER and what you can do to help manage 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:Email from a listener [5:19]How D-MER is described [6:34]What causes it? [7:26]What D-MER is NOT [14:32]The different intensities of D-MER [20:13]What can you do about it? [21:44]What makes D-MER worse? [24:20] This episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill, a company that never stops making the lives of breastfeeding parents easier. Clunky coolers, bulky bags, batteries, cords and plastic in landfills are SOyesterday! Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.cereschill.com.Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/nursing-aversion-with-melissa-morns/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-aversion-creepy-crawlies-when-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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastHave you ever heard something about breastfeeding and wondered if it were true?  Today Dianne and Abby are talking about lies that surface when talking about breastfeeding.  Have you heard any of these lies?   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:Breastfeeding and formula feeding are the same [4:53]Feeding from the breast is different than feeding from the bottle [6:17]Breastfeeding does not increase IQ (this one is kind of controversial) [12:57]Breastfeeding does not have the health benefits it claims to have [19:12]Breastfeeding has no benefit after 1 year [25:29]Breastfeeding into toddlerhood isn’t normal [30:02] This episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill, a company that never stops making the lives of breastfeeding parents easier. Clunky coolers, bulky bags, batteries, cords and plastic in landfills are SO yesterday! Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.cereschill.com. 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/do-environmental-toxins-pass-to-breastmilk/ 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastDoes your baby spit up?  Are you worried that they are spitting up too much or too often?  What’s normal?  Listen today as Dianne and Abby talk about spitting up, what is normal and ways you can help your baby. 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 questions families have about spitting up [4:17]Info from a myths episode [5:30]Why it happens [6:19]Reflux [9:13]Overfeeding is a thing [15:48]Too much milk [21:53]What you can do to help [25:17] This episode is sponsored by: Ceres Chill, a company that never stops makingthe lives of breastfeeding parents easier. Clunky coolers, bulky bags, batteries, cords and plastic in landfills are SO yesterday! Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.cereschill.com.Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/dangers-of-overfeeding/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/071-overfeeding-paced-bottle-feeding/ 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastToday Dianne and Abby are talking with Andrea from Instinctual Mothering and Radical Moms Union about formula marketing.  You definitely don’t want to 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:Interview with Andrea [4:16]Who is Andrea? [5:06]Moms against corporate interest [10:09]The mommy wars [13:46]Bobbie [18:21]Taking action [27:39]The medical history [40:07]Making decisions without bias [44:49]#backoffbobbie [53:24]#bobbiepartner [53:53] SPONSORToday’s episode is brought to you by Ceres Chill, a company that never stops making the lives of breastfeeding parents easier. Clunky coolers, bulky bags, batteries, cords and plastic in landfills are SO yesterday! Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.cereschill.com. Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/formula-marketing/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/postpartum-mood-disorders-2/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/      Check out Dianne’s blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com Here 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastHave you ever tried giving breastfeeding advice to another parent?  How did that go?  Today Dianne and Abby discuss a specific situation when a listener tried to give breastfeeding advice to her sister.  Listen to get all the details on how that worked out! 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:Question from a listener about pumping and supply [1:35]Email from Hailey [5:00]Where’s the line between helping and being intrusive? [12:38]What it’s like to learn something new postpartum [15:05]We take it personally when someone doesn’t want our help [17:46]Feeling sad for others [27:33]It’s their journey [31:15] This episode is sponsored by: The Badass Breastfeeding Podcast! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-to-help-other-breastfeeders/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/045-becoming-a-breastfeeding-advocate/ 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastAre you considering giving your baby a cup but not sure how or when?  Have you tried bottles, but your baby isn’t taking to it?  Then today’s episode is for you.  Listen today as Dianne and Abby talk about when to introduce a cup to your baby and discuss how to introduce a bottle to your baby.   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:A message from a listener [6:27]Cups! [11:00]Going from breast to cup [11:45]What’s the best cup [13:27]Bottles [16:37]Bottle vs breast…which is easier? [17:44]Who should give the bottle? [21:56]How much to give per bottle [23:40]Baby behavior about bottles at 4 months [32:05]  This episode is sponsored by: The Badass Breastfeeding Podcast! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/introducing-bottles-to-a-breastfed-baby/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/difference-between-breast-and-bottle/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/039-bottle-feeding/ 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastHave you ever considered the double standard that is sexualizing breasts?  Listen today as Dianne and Abby break down the sexualization of breasts and discuss how society sees breasts and 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.com.  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:The double standard we live in [8:00]Breasts are not sex organs [9:25]Abby asked the internet [10:22]The difference between sexual and sexualized [10:59]Breasts can be multiple things [23:40]Kids don’t learn the primary function of breasts [27:01]Do breastfeeding covers draw more attention? [29:34]  This episode is sponsored by: The Badass Breastfeeding Podcast! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/079-boobs/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/084-breastfeeding-from-a-partners-perspective/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/      Check out Dianne’s blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcasthttps://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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Listen in today as Abby talks with Lyndsey Hookway about Breastfeeding the Brave.  You don’t want to miss this important and eye opening 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:Who is Lyndsey Hookway? [5:00]Limited research for breastfeeding in the pediatric setting [14:22]The goal of the research [19:32]Staying involved in the care of babies [25:00]Negative vs positive breastfeeding experiences [33:35]Professionals who are nurturing and supportive [43:32]The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine [46:20]Being met with hostility [49:33]How has working with the families affected work as a lactation consultant [50:55]How does breastfeeding affect older children? [52:49]How many studies focus on breastfeeding children with cancer? [54:50]What would happen if we support children through illness? [1:00:15]The support group [1:02:19]Where to find Lyndsey [1:06:00]Website https://lyndseyhookway.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lyndsey_hookway/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LyndseyHookwayBreastfeeding the Bravehttps://lyndseyhookway.com/product/breastfeeding-the-brave/SPONSORToday’s episode is brought to you by CoBoo’s Organic, 100% Natural Breast Pumping Spray! Just one quick spray on each flange perfectly lubricates your breast so they can slide smoothly in the flange. Use Code BADASS for 15% off your total order on their website CoBooMom.com. Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/why-dont-babies-sleep-through-the-night/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/benefits-of-breastfeeding-for-parents-and-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 Great

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastIf nursing in public, do you worry about someone saying something to you?  How would you react?  Abby asked the internet how they would react.  Check out the responses 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 scenario Abby asked the internet [4:24]Making eye contact [7:00]State laws [11:10]Going to the media [14:15]Feeling vulnerable [17:45]Random employees who do what they want [22:34]If you don’t like it, don’t look [24:32]No need to be discreet [28:40]It doesn’t hurt to have a comeback ready [33:13] SPONSOR! Today’s episode is brought to you by CoBoo’s Organic, 100% Natural Breast Pumping Spray! Just one quick spray on each flange perfectly lubricates your breast so they can slide smoothly in the flange. Use Code BADASS for 15% off your total order on their website CoBooMom.com. Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/the-best-comebacks-to-breastfeeding-critics/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/what-is-attachment-parenting/  Set up your consultation with Dianne https://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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastListen today as Abby has a fascinating interview with Dr. V about birth and breastfeeding.  You don’t want to miss this!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:Childbirth has become a medical emergency [8:28]What Dr. V does [9:50]Successful breastfeeding journey starts before baby is born [15:54]We don’t focus on the person giving birth [19:23]Shaming leads to defensiveness [27:04]Fear/pain cycle [29:40]Importance of education [31:56]Maternal mortality rates in the U.S. [36:47]MTHFR – what is it?  What does it mean? [48:24]Where/how to find Dr. V [55:39]Website https://www.sound-birthing.com/IG https://www.instagram.com/sound_birthing/SPONSOR! Today’s episode is brought to you by CoBoo’s Organic, 100% Natural Breast Pumping Spray! Just one quick spray on each flange perfectly lubricates your breast so they can slide smoothly in the flange. Use Code BADASS for 15% off your total order on their website CoBooMom.com. Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/sex-stories-adult-content/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-breastfeeding-changes-our-relationships/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-birth-interventions-affect-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/ScottHolmes