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Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

497 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 671 ratings

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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Contraception and Abortion

May 30, 2022 06:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

Contraception and abortion.  How do either of these things affect breastfeeding? Or do they? Check out this week’s episode as Dianne and Abby address the abortion topic (a hot one right now in the US) and how to know what birth control is safe 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our...

Weaning an Infant

May 23, 2022 06:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

Weaning…why would you talk to a lactation consultant about NOT breastfeeding? And what goes into weaning, anyway? There can be a lot to weaning.  Listen up this week for more on what to expect with weaning.  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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your in...

Formula Shortage and Call To Action

May 16, 2022 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

Link to new merch! >>> https://www.cafepress.com/thebadassbreastfeederofficialmerch This formula shortage is scary.  There is no sugarcoating it. Has the formula shortage thrown you into a whole new state of anxiety?  Are you wondering why this is happening, or what you can do? Listen this week as we talk more about the shortage, why it’s impacting families and some things you can do to get by.  Also, it is our first ever Call To Action. If you are a new listener, we would love to hear f...

How birth intervention affects breastfeeding

May 11, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

Birth Intervention…what is it?  How do you know if you are dealing with breastfeeding issues due to intervention? Join us this week as we talk more about birth intervention 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things ...

Birth Intervention

May 11, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

Birth Intervention…what is it?  How do you know if you are dealing with breastfeeding issues due to intervention? Join us this week as we talk more about birth intervention 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things ...

Colic

May 09, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

Colic…what exactly is colic, anyway? How do you get colic and how do you know if your baby has colic and how do you get rid of it? Learn all you need to know about colic this week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast.   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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right...

Colic

May 09, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

Colic…what exactly is colic, anyway? How do you get colic and how do you know if your baby has colic and how do you get rid of it? Learn all you need to know about colic this week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast.   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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right...

Bottle Refusal

May 04, 2022 06:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

Giving your baby a bottle.  Why is this so stressful? And what do you do if your baby won’t take the bottle? GAH!   Tune in this week as we discuss some tips to help your baby take a bottle.  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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things ...

Spoiling Babies

May 02, 2022 06:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

Spoiling your baby…is that even a thing? Has anyone ever told you holding your baby (or responding or feeding..) will lead to spoiling? Let’s figure out what is really true and what is ridiculous nonsense. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbo...

Spoiling Babies

May 02, 2022 06:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

Spoiling your baby…is that even a thing? Has anyone ever told you holding your baby (or responding or feeding..) will lead to spoiling? Let’s figure out what is really true and what is ridiculous nonsense. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbo...

Starting Solids While Breastfeeding

April 27, 2022 06:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

Are you ready to start solids with your baby? Are you completely confused, anxious and afraid to start solids? Let’s talk about solids, and see if we can clear some of this 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we talked about...

Sore Nipples

April 25, 2022 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

Have you ever experienced sore nipples? If yes, what did you do about it? We are going to breakdown some reason for sore nipples, and ways to help. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we talked about: The mamas boy conversation...

Returning to Work

April 20, 2022 06:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB

Returning to work…just ugh.  There’s so much to it, no matter how much you might love and mis syour job. When to pump?  How much milk do you need? How do you prepare? There are so many questions. Join us today as we discuss the struggle that is returning to work.  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 [email protected].  You can also add your ...

More Breastfeeding Myths

April 18, 2022 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

It’s another myths episode.   If you haven’t joined us for a myths episode yet, get ready.  It’s a lot. We would love it if you shared any breastfeeding myths you hear with us! 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we talked about...

Becoming a parent in a pandemic

April 11, 2022 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

Having a baby and parenting during a pandemic…what’s that like? What are some challenges parents face when it comes to having a baby and breastfeeding during a pandemic? A lot of challenges.  Listen this week for more information, or just to feel validated. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email t...

The impact of breastfeeding on the environment

April 04, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

Badass Breastfeeding Podcast Breastfeeding and its impact on the environment.   What does this even mean?? If you care about climate change, global warming and the environment, 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! ...

How breastfeeding changes our relationships

March 28, 2022 06:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

Can breastfeeding affect your relationships? Ohhh boy, can it ever.  But how?  And which relationships are we talking about here? We would love to hear your relationship stories…email us! 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we ta...

The First Days Home

March 21, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

The first days home with a newborn can feel so stressful. If you have a newborn, did you feel like this?If you’re pregnant, has anyone told you about this? We are talking all about this today.  What to expect the first days with a new 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and ha...

How bottle feeding differs from breastfeeding

March 14, 2022 06:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MB

Bottle feeding.  Is it easier than breastfeeding? Do you feel like your baby prefers the bottle because it’s easier? Science tells us otherwise.  Listen up for more info on why. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we talked abou...

Dealing with Low Milk Supply

March 07, 2022 07:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MB

If you struggle with low milk, do you know why it’s low? What is primary and secondary low milk supply anyway?? There is a lot to investigate when it comes to low milk supply.  Listen this week for 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!...

Formula Myths

February 28, 2022 07:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MB

Formula discussions get a lot of people riled up, but the conversation is necessary and, even more importantly, having the correct information is vital for you to make feeding decisions for your family. And there are some serious myths floating around out there. This week we’re talking about some popular myths regarding formula on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast!  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 emai...

Is it low milk supply?

February 21, 2022 07:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

Have you ever questioned your milk supply?? Let’s be honest…who hasn’t questioned their milk supply when nursing a baby. This week, we discuss some of the reasons you may think your supply is low, but really…it’s not. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right ...

Is it Low Milk Supply?

February 21, 2022 07:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

Have you ever questioned your milk supply?? Let’s be honest…who hasn’t questioned their milk supply when nursing a baby. This week, we discuss some of the reasons you may think your supply is low, but really…it’s not. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right ...

Breastfeeding NICU and Separated Babies

February 14, 2022 07:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

Were you separated from your baby after they were born? Did you have a premature baby, or a baby who needed special care after delivery? How did this affect you and your breastfeeding relationship? Let’s talk more about this important issue 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 [email protected].  You can also add your emai...

Going From Bottle Feeding to Breastfeeding

February 07, 2022 07:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB

Did you give bottles, and then find it hard to stop giving bottles? Maybe you were an exclusive pumper for your first baby? (you’re amazing, BTW) Is it possible to exclusively breastfeed once you’re used to bottles? Let’s talk it through. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have...

When someone tells you to wean

January 31, 2022 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MB

What if someone tells you to wean?  Should you listen? What if it’s a medical professional? Weaning is a personal decision…right?? Let’s look at the situation and how to handle 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we talked a...

Caffeine and Elimination Diets

January 24, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

Caffeine and elimination diets…what’s the real story behind that? Does caffeine keep your baby awake?  Do you have to give up your favorite foods? And how much caffeine is too much?  And what about that cow’s milk thing? Let’s break it down… 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and h...

Caffeine and Elimination Diets

January 24, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

Caffeine and elimination diets…what’s the real story behind that? Does caffeine keep your baby awake?  Do you have to give up your favorite foods? And how much caffeine is too much?  And what about that cow’s milk thing? Let’s break it down… 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and h...

Microbiome and Poop

January 17, 2022 07:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

Microbiome…and poop Do you know how your milk affects your baby’s microbiome?  And their poop? Dianne lets her nerd out and brings some cool research to the game today.  Listen for 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we ta...

Feeding and Hunger Cues

January 10, 2022 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Feeding cues…do you know what your baby’s feeding cues look like? If you aren’t completely sure, you aren’t alone. Let’s talk hunger and feeding cues and what it’s really all about. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we talked ...

Feeding and Hunger Cues

January 10, 2022 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Feeding cues…do you know what your baby’s feeding cues look like? If you aren’t completely sure, you aren’t alone. Let’s talk hunger and feeding cues and what it’s really all about. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we talked ...

Overfeeding

January 03, 2022 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

Let’s talk about Dianne’s biggest annoyance when it comes to feeding… OVERFEEDING Tune in this week as we talk about overfeeding and how/why it happens. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we talked about: Overfeeding is common...

REPLAY - Alcohol and Milk Supply

December 27, 2021 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MB

Please enjoy this replay from 2019 while we enjoy our Holidays with our families!! “Honey, we were invited to a holiday party.  There is so much mixed up and contradictory information about drinking and breastfeeding.  What is safe?”  “Honey, I think it’s safe for our little guy.  But does it do anything to your milk supply?”   “Hmm, I’m not sure.  Luckily, Dianne and Abby are talking about alcohol on the podcast this week.  Maybe they will address all of these concerns!  I’m going to go ...

Combination Feeding (Breastmilk or Formula)

December 22, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

Let’s talk about combo feeding… What is it?  And what are the reasons behind combo feeding? Tune in this week as we talk about combo feeding (including donor milk!) and how to 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we ta...

Science Behind Cry it Out

December 20, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

Most parents have heard about Cry It Out (CIO) But have you heard the science behind why CIO isn’t the best choice for babies? Listen this for the science behind the infant brain and what can happen if left to cry. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to ...

Marijuana and Breastfeeding

December 15, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

It’s the episode so many have asked about… Marijuana and breastfeeding.  What do we know so far? Tune in this week to find out 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we talked about: What you will get from this episode [5:28...

Cannabis and Breastfeeding

December 15, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

It’s the episode so many have asked about… Marijuana and breastfeeding.  What do we know so far? Tune in this week to find out 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we talked about: What you will get from this episode [5:28...

Hilarious Baby Items

December 13, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

Useless baby items…we’ve all fallen into this trap. Do you have a favorite baby item?  What about a useless item? Listen this week as Abby and Dianne talk about some (funny) useless items that are out there. Get ready.  Some of these are pretty great. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our ...

Hilarious Baby Items

December 13, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

Useless baby items…we’ve all fallen into this trap. Do you have a favorite baby item?  What about a useless item? Listen this week as Abby and Dianne talk about some (funny) useless items that are out there. Get ready.  Some of these are pretty great. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our ...

Breastfeeding and Diet

December 08, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

Have you ever worried about your diet when breastfeeding? Most parents wonder if what they are eating is bothering their baby…is this possible? Listen this week and get the real story behind diet and human milk. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to you...

What happens at a Lactation Consultation?

December 06, 2021 07:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

Have you ever wondered what happens at a lactation consultation? This question comes up a lot…what to expect when you make an appointment with an LC Dianne and Abby are talking about lactation consultations, and making sure you get what you need when you have one. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your ...

The Science of Comfort Nursing

December 01, 2021 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

Comfort nursing…what’s it all about? Is it ok to comfort nurse?  Is it a bad habit? Tune in this week as Dianne and Abby talk about the science behind comfort nursing.  Yes…the science. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we tal...

You made it 1 year breastfeeding, now what?!

November 29, 2021 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MB

You’ve made it a year breastfeeding…now what happens? Can you stop pumping?  What happens with solids?  Do you have to wean? Dianne and Abby are talking about what to expect if you have been breastfeeding for a year.  You know you have all the questions.  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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to ...

Breastfeeding Support Red Flags

November 22, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

Red Flags are all the conversation right now. What’s a red flag when it comes to breast/chest feeding? Listen up as Dianne and Abby talk about red flag situations that have come up recently.  I bet you can relate. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to y...

Normal Sleep Behavior with Rebecca Michi

November 15, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

SLEEP!  We all want it. We all want to help our children to sleep better so we can sleep better. That’s what this episode is all about.  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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we talked about: The history of Abby an...

Sleep Interview with Rebecca Michi

November 15, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

SLEEP!  We all want it. We all want to help our children to sleep better so we can sleep better. That’s what this episode is all about.  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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we talked about: The history of Abby an...

Getting a Good Latch

November 08, 2021 07:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

Do you know how to get a good latch? The latch is an important part of establishing a good breastfeeding relationship. Tune in this week and listen as Dianne and Abby talk about getting a good latch, and what to watch for as you are learning the ropes. 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our...

Breastfeeding Behavior Changes with Age

November 01, 2021 06:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB

Breastfeeding changes as babies grow. This might be something that causes parents to question breastfeeding overall. Breastfeeding evolves.  Tune in to hear 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 [email protected] WE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!!  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things we talk...

Pro-Weaning Partners

October 25, 2021 06:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MB

Pro-weaning partners (or family)…It almost sounds positive, right? It’s not. Tune in this week and listen as Dianne and Abby talk more about how to handle unsupportive partners when 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 [email protected] WE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!!  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right...

Breastfeeding Myths to Put In the Gargbage

October 18, 2021 06:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

Breastfeeding Myths…they are everywhere? Have you been told anything you felt was a myth?? Tune in this week and listen as Dianne and Abby bust more breastfeeding myths! 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 [email protected] WE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!!  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!   Things ...