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**Badass Breastfeeding Podcast**

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!

Latest Episodes:

Common Breastfeeding Problems Jan 22, 2024

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Have you experienced any of these common breastfeeding problems? If so, what did you do about it? Today Dianne and Abby are taking some of the most common breastfeeding problems and giving you the answers. Tune in!

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Things we talked about:

Painful Latch [4:12]

Sore, damaged nipples [7:04]

You shouldn’t be suffering [12:50]

Milk supply [13:38]

Perceived low milk supply [21:52]

Cluster feeding [27:12]

Plugged milk ducts [31:33]

Returning to work [34:36]

Poop [37:48]

This episode is sponsored by Pumpin’ Pal! Pumpin’ Pal’s angled flange replaces the flange that comes with your pump and is the perfect upgrade for your pumping comfort and posture. Use code BADASS for $4 off at www.pumpinpal.com.

Today’s episode is brought to you by Cimilre Breast Pumps! Cimilre breast pumps range is 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.

Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/nipple-pain-with-older-babies-and-toddlers/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/cluster-feeding/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/when-your-milk-supply-is-fine/

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.com

Here is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~

Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com
Dianne Cassidy 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

Positioning Your Baby Jan 15, 2024

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How did you figure out which breastfeeding position worked best for you and your baby? Did someone show you or did you figure it out on your own? Today Dianne and Abby are talking about positioning, and how to get your baby into different positions that will work for you.

Things we talked about:

Back to basics [6:18]

Newborns [9:15]

Using pillows [11:55]

Nose to nipple [14:15]

Switching positions [20:49]

Side lying [23:40]

Painful latch [25:26]

Nursing in public [29:00]

You shouldn’t feel pain [31:19]

Using YouTube videos for positioning [34:10]

Bottom line: what to remember [36:04]

Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-in-public/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/solutions-to-breastfeeding-problems/

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.com

Here is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~

Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com
Dianne Cassidy 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

NY Times Article on Tongue Ties Jan 08, 2024

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Did you see the NY Times article on tongue tie? Well, listen today as Dianne and Abby discuss this latest NY Times article and what it means for parents.

Things we talked about:

The controversial article [4:21]

Do LC’s make money off tongue tie revisions? [7:07]

Definition of a tie [13:16]

Making LC’s look bad [14:52]

LC’s don’t diagnose [15:38]

Getting a diagnosis via social media [16:39]

Intense pressure to nurse? [21:04]

Feeling guilt [24:55]

There are no quick fixes [30:43]

Always get a second opinion [36:06]

Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/lip-ties-and-tongue-ties/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/oral-tension-in-breastfeeding-babies/

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/18/health/tongue-tie-release-breastfeeding.html

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.com

Here is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~

Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com
Dianne Cassidy 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

REPLAY - Caffeine and Elimination Diets Jan 01, 2024

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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…

Things we talked about:

The trend of elimination diets [7:11]

How much caffeine is too much? [8:57]

One ridiculous study…and the rebuttal [10:58]

Barriers to breast/chest feeding and how restrictions discourage breast/chest feeding [14:22]

The dairy elimination [19:48]

Elimination for colic and eczema [21:28]

Normal infant behavior and fussiness [23:59]

How the formula companies play a role in all of this [26:08]

How much dairy can a parent have, anyway? [29:52]

Consequences [30:59]

*This Episode is sponsored by Zomee and Cake Maternity

Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-problem-or-developmental-milestone/

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/article-abstract/2764081

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/article-abstract/2775010

https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/bfm.2018.0192

https://af.booksc.eu/book/75198046/e7123a (just click download and you should be able to see it)

Set up your consultation with Dianne

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/

Check out Dianne’s blog here~

https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/

Don’t Forget!! Dianne and Abby have started the new parenting podcast! Check out Revolution Parenting!

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1755123/8400508

Follow our Podcast~

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com

Here is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~

Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com
Dianne Cassidy 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

REPLAY - Nighttime Feeding Dec 26, 2023

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Oh those nighttime feeds. Do you think you can learn to appreciate them?

What if your baby does sleep? Does that mean you have to pump? What happens?

Episodes about sleep never get old. Why? Because everyone loves sleep and there is so much to talk about. This is proof of that.

Things we talked about:

This Book Sucks [2:00]

Dianne’s in a covid haze [4:48]

Trying to appreciate night feeds [10:19]

What is the rule for feeding your newborn at night? [12:57]

Those random stretches of sleep that might happen [15:51]

Trying to re-create the ‘good’ nights [16:25]

Do you pump during the night? [22:40]

What is the longest stretch baby sleeps? [24:50]

Some reasons your baby might still be feeding at night [26:45]

The tigers [28:35]

Expectations of nighttime [30:10]

Finding yourself in a co-sleep situation [33:15]

Creating a safe sleep environment [35:00]

Solid foods (it’s a lie) [41:00]

Stay tuned for Part 2!

(there’s just so much to talk about!!)

Today’s episode is brought to you by Solid Starts. Solid Starts provides resources that help you start solid foods with your baby! Visit www.solidstarts.com.

This episode is also sponsored by Fairhaven Health. Fertility, pregnancy and breastfeeding products. Use code BADASS for 15% off your purchase at www.fairhavenhealth.com.

Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/safe-co-sleeping/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/nighttime-milk-supply/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastsleeping/

the blog about the tigers

http://www.drjen4kids.com/soap%20box/normal_%20newborn.htm#.Y0M-ei2B1QI

This Book Sucks link

https://www.amazon.com/THIS-BOOK-SUCKS-feeding-shouldnt/dp/B0B3P275JP/ref=asc_df_B0B3P275JP/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=598244024349&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7285524299637316332&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005669&hvtargid=pla-1678086109866&psc=1

Sustainability in Parenting with Lisa from Ceres Chill Dec 18, 2023

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Have you thought about sustainability as a breastfeeder? Today listen as Dianne talks with Lisa from Ceres Chill and learn a little more about sustainability. And a few other things, too.

Things we talked about:

Things are changing…fast [7:22]

How long has Dianne been helping parents? [9:00]

The facts – in numbers [13:25]

Breastfeeding has the lowest food waste [17:40]

There are so many barriers [19:25]

Things are changing for the better [27:48]

Opportunity for change [31:18]

The glass bottle from Ceres Chill [33:04]

What is Good Buy Gear [41:58]

The milk storage episode [50:10]

Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/busting-milk-storage-myths/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/contaminants-in-our-breast-milk/

Links from Lisa

Returning to work

Sustainable parenting

Baby feeding central - how to safely store and transfer breastmilk (there's information on the best storage containers here)

lisam@cereschill.com

Join our Patreon Community!

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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.com

Here is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~

Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com
Dianne Cassidy 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

Holiday Breastfeeding Preparations! Dec 11, 2023

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Happy holidays! How do you plan on spending the holidays? Are you feeling anxious about having to deal with family and your baby? Check out this episode as Dianne and Abby talk about some common holiday issues you may come across.

Things we talked about:

Welcome to the holidays [9:47]

Abby’s first Christmas with Jack [11:10]

Taking breaks [15:04]

Alcohol [21:18]

Being safe [24:28]

Don’t bother with the test strips [27:00]

Food [28:44]

People buying your baby stuff [30:00]

Unsolicited advice [30:45]

Overstimulation [32:58]

This episode is sponsored by Milk By Mom! With innovative freeze-drying technology, you can store and transport breast milk effortlessly, without compromising its nutritional value. Use code BADASS for 10% your order at www.milkbymom.com.

This episode is sponsored by Pumpin' Pal! Pumpin' Pal's angled flange replaces the flange that comes with your pump and is the perfect upgrade for your pumping comfort and posture. Use code BADASS for $4 off at www.pumpinpal.com.

Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/drinking-alcohol-while-breastfeeding/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/065-breastfeeding-and-the-holidays/

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.com

Here is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~

Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com
Dianne Cassidy 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

Breastfeeding Expectations Dec 04, 2023

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Did you have specific expectations before having a baby? What things would be like? Not just breastfeeding expectations, but expectations overall. Today Dianne and Abby discuss how expectations can mold what we think our baby should be doing, and what is reality.

Things we talked about:

What we grow up seeing [6:40]

Cultural norms and expectations [9:06]

The “good” baby [12:08]

There is way too much information out there now [15:20]

The Apps [15:38]

When 1 baby is so different than the next baby in the same family [22:56]

When do we let babies be babies? [29:35]

Breastfeeding expectations [29:41]

This week’s episode is sponsored by Milk By Mom! With innovative freeze-drying technology, you can store and transport breast milk effortlessly, without compromising its nutritional value. Use code BADASS for 10% your order at www.milkbymom.com.

Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-sleep-expectations-versus-reality/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-in-the-4th-trimester/

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.com

Here is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~

Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com
Dianne Cassidy 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

REPLAY - Drinking Alcohol and Breastfeeding Nov 27, 2023

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Alcohol and breastfeeding. What a topic.

What are the rules? Should you pump and dump? Are there any rules at all?

Tune in for the actual science and numbers behind alcohol and breastfeeding. You won’t believe it.

Things we talked about:

This is one of the most judgmental topics [3:36]

Knowledge is power [6:29]

Safety issue, not an alcohol issue [7:10]

No one thinks they are more sober than a drunk person [10:14]

How much alcohol in a glass of wine? [11:52]

How much alcohol is in orange juice? [14:20]

Other random things with alcohol [16:45]

Making good decisions [23:49]

Don’t focus on the alcohol [26:56]

Alcohol and milk supply [29:55]

Do not dump your milk [31:16]

Alcohol test strips [33:31]

Today’s episode is brought to you by Lilu! The Lilu Massager+ bra is the first hands-free pumping bra that mimics breast massage, so you can express more milk in less time. Learn more about the Lilu Massager+ bra at wearlilu.com. Join our community and save $10! Use code BADASSBF for an additional $5 off your order.

This episode is sponsored by Fairhaven Health. Fertility, pregnancy and breastfeeding products. Use code BADASS for 15% off your purchase at www.fairhavenhealth.com.

Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/alcohol-and-milk-supply/

the original alcohol episode

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/024-alcohol-consumption/

https://www.facebook.com/DrJackNewman/posts/alcohol-and-breastfeeding-happy-holidays-all-from-our-breastfeeding-clinic-in-to/422431411241244/

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.com

Here is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~

Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com
Dianne Cassidy 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 freemusicarchi

Breastfeeding Rules Nov 20, 2023

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Have you fallen victim to any breastfeeding rules? There are so many unnecessary rules about breastfeeding, pumping, sleeping…you name it! Listen today as Dianne and Abby talk about some of the common rules that should not be rules.

Things we talked about:

People make breastfeeding harder than it needs to be with rules [4:45]

Feeding 8-12 times a day [5:47]

The apps [7:56]

Babies should be on a schedule [9:39]

Putting baby in the bed [12:42]

Pumping rules [17:00]

Pumping and dumping rules [28:18]

Diets [31:30]

Separating mom and baby [37:09]

Today's episode is brought to you by Dianne Cassidy Consulting! Visit www.diannecassidyconsulting.com to schedule your own individual online lactation consultation with Dianne Cassidy, IBCLC!

Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/formula-marketing/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-bedsharing-sids/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/safe-co-sleeping/

Set up your consultation with Dianne

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/

Check out Dianne’s blog here~

https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/
Follow our Podcast~