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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:

What is "self care"? Sep 05, 2022

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Self-care…what does this concept really mean?

Probably not what you think. Dianne and Abby talk about why this is so hard, and what it should be instead.

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Things we talked about:

Becoming an IBCLC [1:55]

Self-care inside of capitalism [5:18]

Is self-care one more thing to do? [9:35]

Self-care to communal care [14:50]

Self-care shouldn’t be forced on you [23:45]

Where did the idea of self-care come from? [26:30]

What are we supposed to do? [33:20]

Medication for self-care [34:52]

Today’s episode is brought to you by Original Sprout. Original Sprout carries safe and effective styling, body and hair care products that are safe for babies and great for adults. Use code BADASS at www.originalsprout.com for 25% off of your purchase.

Today’s episode is brought to you by Imani! Experience optimal pumping with hospital-strength output, as well as a never-before-seen boost mode. Visit imaniusa.com and use code BADASS for 25% off your order!

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

https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/jan/31/we-need-to-move-on-from-self-care-to-something-that-cannot-be-captured-by-capitalism

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/birth-control-and-milk-supply/

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

Dangers of Overfeeding Aug 29, 2022

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Is it a problem if your baby is overfed? Is that a bad thing? What can happen?

Listen as Dianne and Abby talk about why overfeeding may not be ideal for babies.

Things we talked about:

How this episode came about [6:28]

Breastfed babies don’t overfeed…is this true? [10:05]

Breastfeeding, supplementing and overfeeding [11:55]

What you might see with babies that are overfeeding [12:47]

The spitting up thing [13:12]

Reflux [16:00]

Weight gain [23:50]

Do babies come off the breast when they are done? [27:15]

Normal baby stuff [30:40]

Having too much milk [36:49]

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

https://bmcpediatr.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12887-020-1982-9

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1521690X12000279?casa_token=szVe7smCWAcAAAAA:nwwTse8SLA1iDkfenr4A9Sspyrb5zk6TVCwqC5t0YMcjl_tX9_3Jgs_y9BxsMHc7cI0VvI4

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-much-milk-does-a-baby-need/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/overfeeding/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/125-reflux-in-breastfeeding-babies/

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

Drinking alcohol while breastfeeding Aug 24, 2022

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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 freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

The best breast pump hacks Aug 22, 2022

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Pumping hacks…a fabulous listener sent us some pumping hacks…and of course Dianne and Abby have some to add

If you have ever pumped, or ever plan to pump, you need to hear about some hacks to tap into.

Things we talked about:

You’re not doing anything wrong [3:01]

All the things create distance [4:27]

Pump intimidation [8:37]

Elastic nipples and flange types [13:41]

Refrigerate parts [17:02]

Portable pump and extra parts [22:15]

The pitcher method?? (Dianne doesn’t tik tok) [23:35]

Breastfeeding popsicles and manual pumps [25:30]

Pumping bra [28:22]

Hospital pumping [30:17]

Hands on pumping [31:09]

Clogs [32:25]

Hand expression [33:21]

Flange size [34:13]

Pump settings [35:49]

Knowing what to expect [37:33]

Tricks for pumping at work [39:13]

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

https://med.stanford.edu/newborns/professional-education/breastfeeding/hand-expressing-milk.html

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/pumping-myths/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/100-tips-to-pump-more-milk/

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

Triple Feeding Aug 17, 2022

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Triple feeding…what is it anyway?

And whoever developed this routine is just not a nice person.

Listen up for some tips around triple feeding, and some solid support from your hosts.

Things we talked about:

What is triple feeding? [7:10]

Why do people triple feed? [8:06]

Benefits of triple feeding [10:47]

Triple feeds are not meant to last forever [16:15]

Asking questions – find out how long you should be doing this [21:59]

What about stopping? [24:55]

Dianne’s downfall with all of this [25:58]

Breastfeeding is natural, right? [30:52]

You may be doing better than you think [34:02]

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.

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/combination-feeding-breastmilk-or-formula/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/medical-info-to-flush-down-the-toilet/

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

Weaning an Older Baby Aug 15, 2022

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Dianne and Abby get a lot of listener questions about weaning the older baby.

When we say older baby, we mean a year or more.

There may be some challenges if you are planning to wean around a year. Listen up for more.

Things we talked about:

Weaning over 1 year [5:55]

Dianne’s PSA about weaning [6:17]

Dianne’s weaning experience [8:22]

What’s the average weaning age? [14:02]

Techniques to try [22:01]

Using foods to help [24:20]

You might have an unhappy baby [26:51]

Night weaning is hard [30:30]

Replacing feeds with something else [31:40]

Wean from nursing, but continue pumping [35:00]

What will replace nursing? Another type of milk? [36:17]

oday’s episode is brought to you by Original Sprout. Original Sprout carries safe and effective styling, body and hair care products that are safe for babies and great for adults. Use code BADASS at www.originalsprout.com for 25% off of your purchase.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Idaho Jones! Breast pump bags designed to save you time and effort. Use code BADASS at www.idaho-jones.com for 15% off!

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/054-weaning-from-the-pump/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/you-reached-1-year-now-what/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/night-weaning-and-boundaries/

https://www.drjaygordon.com/blog-detail/category/Breastfeeding

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

Newborn Weight Loss Aug 10, 2022

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Does the idea of your baby losing weight after they are born freak you out?

Is it normal? What should you expect if your baby loses weight? How much is too much?

Get ready to arm yourself with the information you need to get through this.

Things we talked about:

Why Dianne and Abby aren’t on YouTube [4:10]

This is NORMAL! [7:16]

What is ok? [8:24]

Fluids and birth and weight [10:10]

Is your baby still losing weight at the first pediatrician appointment? [20:20]

Things to look at to assess weight loss [21:45]

Wet and dirty diapers [25:09]

The supplement amount [27:52]

Supplementing with pumped milk [32:55]

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/when-baby-is-not-gaining-weight/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-birth-interventions-affect-breastfeeding/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/the-first-days-home/

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://w

Bonding without bottles Aug 08, 2022

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Has anyone ever suggested you should pump a bottle just so they can feed the baby?

If this has happened to you (and likely it has) here are some other suggestions people can do to bond with your baby.

It’s a new baby…come on. Like there isn’t stuff for someone else to do???

Things we talked about:

Canada [2:33]

The breastfed baby bond [8:05]

Pumping a bottle so partners can feed [12:24]

Skin to skin [20:42]

Bath time [21:45]

Diaper changes [23:29]

Baby wearing [25:08]

Tummy time [28:28]

Bonding story [30:20]

Attachment vs Bonding [32:15]

When you have trouble with bonding [33:56]

Today’s episode is sponsored by Idaho Jones! Breast pump bags designed to save you time and effort. Use code BADASS at www.idaho-jones.com for 15% off!

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

https://www.diannecassidyconsulting.com/2021/02/07/how-to-achieve-bonding-and-attachment-with-or-without-breastfeeding/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/bottles-versus-breast/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/5-ways-we-are-set-up-to-fail/

Set up your consultation with Dianne

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/

Check out Dianne’s blog here~

https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/

Follow our Podcast~