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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:

Breastfeeding/Sleep Expectations Versus Reality Jun 22, 2020

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Did you have an idea in your head about how motherhood was going to be?

Were you resentful or upset when it did not turn out that way?

Do you wonder where these ideas even come from?

You must be saying yes to at least one of these questions, because expectations are everywhere.

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

Things we talked about:

Abby’s amazing statement on expectations (that she did not make up) [2:54]

Deep levels of resentment [6:32]

Breastfeeding resentment [7:18]

Jack’s brilliance [10:02]

Expectations bypass science [12:07]

Sleep expectations and where it came from [14:52]

Cycle of resentment [20:44]

Normal? Reality? [23:48]

Does it get easier? Or does it get different? [24:28]

Daycare expectation/ separation from baby [26:53]

Pumping expectations [27:40]

How to look at expectations in your life [31:39]

This week’s shout out!

Blacktivist [18:27]

This episode is sponsored by Junobie and Love and Fit

Other things we talked about:

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/126-milk-supply-myths-that-hurt-breastfeeding/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/101-being-the-perfect-parent/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/053-losing-your-shit/

Breastfeeding Class!! 6/25/20

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/copy-of-what-wikipedia-doesnt-tell-you-about-breastfeeding-tickets-108868203728

Set up your consultation with Dianne

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/

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

Increasing Milk Supply Jun 15, 2020

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Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!

Have you ever worried about your milk supply?

Have you ever wondered what can actually impact your supply?

Do you need reassurance that your supply is GREAT?

You definitely need to listen to this week’s episode. Milk supply is always a hot topic.

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

Things we talked about:

Some popular reasons we assume there is a milk supply problem [4:28]

Pump correlations? [5:40]

DO NOT compare to others [8:19]

Bottle feeding norms vs. Breastfeeding norms [10:54]

What (if anything) creates milk supply issues? [12:38]

Latch issues [14:01]

Scheduled feeds[21:12]

Medications [26:09]

Pregnancy [30:21]

This week’s shout out!

Mamas Village Fayetteville

https://mommasvillage.com

This episode is sponsored by Fairhaven Health and Love and Fit

Other things we talked about:

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/081-not-signs-of-low-milk-supply/

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/126-milk-supply-myths-that-hurt-breastfeeding/

Information about Calcium/Magnesium supplement for breastfeeding mothers

https://kellymom.com/bf/can-i-breastfeed/herbs/natural-treatments/

Breastfeeding Class!! 6/25/20

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/copy-of-what-wikipedia-doesnt-tell-you-about-breastfeeding-tickets-108868203728

Set up your consultation with Dianne

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/

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

Amplifying Melanated Voices Jun 08, 2020

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Instagram accounts of Black lactation consultants, doulas, midwives and advocates - Donate to your favorite accounts! Just ask for their cash app!
@blackgirlsbreastfeedingclub @bstereo @mommasvillagefay @mochamamasmilk @theblackcourse @blkbfingweek @jamiimidwife @exbreastyourself @blackwomendobreastfeed @bfma @whatthe.boob @Support_rose @blackmomsbreastfeed @blackmomsblog @doula.vanessa @birthnerds @that_breastfeedingdoula_ny @thelactationtherapist
@normalizebreastfeedingofficial @crimson_fig @thenursemilk @blactivist @theblackdoula @t3doulaservices @thearch.app @theintersectionaldoula @thedoulafromthebx @doulamorgane @royallamerebirth
@thelactatingmama @themilkmanual @iamksealsallers @boo.b.ltd @blackmamasmatter @chicagobirthworksco @birthmarkdoulas @nursenikkinp @hereweeread @theirthapp @momsrising @momsincolor @breastfeedingincolor @motherhoodrising @projectmotherpath @blklivesmatter @colorofchange @naacp @showingupforracialjustice @civilrightsorg @reclaimtheblock @ethelsclub @unitedwedream @rachel.cargle
Documentaries
13th - Netflix
American Son - Netflix
Dear White People - Netflix
If Beale St Could Talk - Hulu
King in the Wilderness - HBO
See You Yesterday - Netflix
The Hate You Give - Cinemax
When They See Us - Netflix
Chocolate Milk Documentary
TED Talks to help you understand racism in America

Podcasts
About Race
Diversity Gap
1619
Code Switch
The Official Watchmen
Lynching In America
This Karen Hunter
Groundings
The Nod
Yo, Is This Racist?
No Country For Young Women
Come Through
No Country For Young Women
Dear White Women
Counter Stories
Books
This Book Is Anti-Racist by Tiffany Jewel
The BIg Letdown by Kimberly Seals Allers
Black Woman's Guide to Breastfeeding by Katherine Barber
Free To Breastfeed by Jeanine Valrie Logan
Little Black Breastfeeding Book by Jacqueline Lois
Melanoid Breastmilk by Ariane Randolph
Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates
White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo
Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria by Beverly Daniel Tatum
The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander
How To Be and Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi
Just Mercy bny Bryan Stevenson
The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin

Facebook Groups
Black Moms Breastfeed
Black Pumping Mams
Normalize Breastfeeding
Black Women Do Breastfeed
Black Breastfeeding Mamas Circle
Black Mothers Breastfeeding Association

Children's Books
Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes by Mem Fox
A is for Activist by Innosanto Nagara
The Youngest Marcher by Cynthia Levinson
Last Stop on Market Street by Matt De La Pena
All Are Welcome by Alexandra Penfold
Something Happened in Our Town by Marianne Celano
We March by Shane W. Evans
The Other Side by Jacqueline Woodson
Let's Talk About Race by Julius Lester
Blogs
Root Mama
Mater Mea

Donate to Black Lactation Consultants, Midwives and Doulas
Websites
https://bwhi.org/

http://www.napplsc.org/

https://www.blackgirlsbreastfeedingclub.com/blank-mpvle

http://aabnetwork.org/

http://www.uzazivillage.org/

http://blackmothersbreastfeeding.org/

https://blackwomendobreastfeed.org/about/

http://www.breastfeedingrose.org/

Racism In Birth and Breastfeeding With Kimberly Seals Allers Jun 01, 2020

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Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!

Get ready for an amazing interview between Abby and Kimberly Seals Allers. Kimberly is instrumental in the field of maternal child health and breastfeeding within the black community and among women of color. Do not miss this inspiring and eye-opening interview!

Things we talked about:

Who is Kimberly Seals Allers? (other than amazing) [5:18]

IRTH App [6:43]

Using social media and technology to make change [14:05]

Growing up in a racist society [17:25]

Pandemic impact on women, birth and breastfeeding [23:00]

Separate the act of birth and breastfeeding from the experience of birth and breastfeeding [28:13]

Fear as a tool [29:32]

Weathering [30:31]

Low breastfeeding rates and repercussions [35:12]

Silver Lining Playbook conversations [40:35]

Things Kimberly is doing [47:00]

Black Breastfeeding Week history [51:00]

This episode is sponsored by Badass breastfeeding Podcast

Our guest today:
http://www.kimberlysealsallers.com

Set up your consultation with Dianne

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/

Breastfeeding/Pumping class on 6/6/2020

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-breastpumps-can-keep-you-out-of-trouble-tickets-105591503028

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

Preventing and Treating Thrush May 25, 2020

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Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!

Have you ever had thrush?

Are you afraid of getting thrush?

Is this the first time you’ve ever heard of thrush, and now you are afraid?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, this is your podcast. Let’s go learn about thrush!

Things we talked about:

What is thrush anyway? [7:14]

Dianne’s dog Kane makes a vocal appearance [8:41]

Google pictures of thrush are awful (and mosquito bites) [9:28]

Thrush symptoms for mothers [10:08]

Medication for babies [12:00]

Is it a latch problem? Or is it thrush? [13:30]

Can you use the milk? [21:10]

Kellymom info about pumped milk [21:50]

Herbal treatments [25:38]

Postpartum care for mothers is lacking [29:20]

Prenatal vs. Postpartum care [32:45]

This episode is sponsored by Fairhaven Health

Other episodes we mentioned this week or we just think you should check them out

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/053-losing-your-shit/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/107-pumping-and-dumping-your-breastmilk/

Set up your consultation with Dianne

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/

Breastfeeding/Pumping class on 6/6/2020

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-breastpumps-can-keep-you-out-of-trouble-tickets-105591503028

Other cool info

https://kellymom.com/bf/concerns/child/thrush-expressed-milk/

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

Baby stuff you need (and don't need) for the 1st year May 18, 2020

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Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!

Did you get stuff for your baby shower that you still haven’t used?

Do you wonder why you have 4 different baby seats and 3 different places for your baby to sleep?

Do you feel overwhelmed when you step into a baby store?

You have to listen to this episode. If nothing else, for solidarity.

Things we talked about:

Why don’t we have a sponsor? [5:09]

Registry check list [6:53]

Baby carriers are essential [10:20]

Abby’s babywearing obsession [11:45]

The LIST! [16:35]

Nesting [18:08]

Baby travel - what’s a stroller foot muff? [20:23]

Diaper bags for everyone! [22:27]

Abby’s baby backpack problem [23:32]

Dianne’s favorite ridiculous product [28:39]

Dianne’s opinion on the most frivolous product [32:14]

What’s a splat mat [33:54]

What’s your favorite product? [39:21]

This episode is sponsored by Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

Other episodes we mentioned this week or we just think you should check them out

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/weight-gain-in-the-breastfeeding-baby/

Set up your consultation with Dianne

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/

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

Bed-sharing and Getting Sleep May 11, 2020

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Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!

Have you struggled with lack of sleep because of your new baby?

Were you told that bed sharing would lead to the death of your baby?

Did you know that there are very specific risk factors linked to unsafe bedsharing?

If you ever wondered about any of these things, you definitely need this episode. You will probably not get this information anywhere else. And it’s important.

Things we talked about:

Who is James McKenna? [3:09]

Co-sleep vs. Bed share - what do the terms mean? [3:51]

Milwaukee anti bed sharing campaign [5:40]

Risks [9:26]

Being in tune with your baby [10:50]

Society and the disservice to parents [12:07]

McKenna quote- body as a lethal weapon [13:21]

Another McKenna quote- carseats and driving under the influence [18:27]

Breastfeeding and bed sharing go together [24:47]

Why is bottle feeding a risk factor? [24:56]

Evolutionary Parenting quote [28:40]

McKenna quote which brings us to the end of Part 1 [32:28]

Making an informed decision [33:17]

Tip of the week - Tasmim Shalmi [22:37]

This episode is sponsored by Fairhaven Health

Other episodes we mentioned this week or we just think you should check them out

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/018-co-sleeping/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/082-nighttime-breastfeeding-with-tracy-cassels-phd-evolutionary-parenting/

Other things we mentioned that we wanted to share-

https://city.milwaukee.gov/ImageLibrary/Groups/healthAuthors/MCH/Images/infantmortality/baby-knifead2large.jpg?Original

Set up your consultation with Dianne

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/

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

Bottlefeeding A Breastfed Baby May 04, 2020

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Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!

Have you ever been worried that your baby is being overfed while you are gone?

Did you ever have someone watch your baby and tell you how hungry your baby was?

Were you ever worried that you couldn’t keep up with the demand for milk after returning to work?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then get ready to be empowered. It’s all over now.

Things we talked about:

Dianne and Abby have a random discussion about returning to work [1:30]

Bottle feeding [5:05]

“But she/he was crying and she/he took the bottle” [6:30]

Feeding cues [7:20]

Breastfeeding for comfort [10:11]

Why do babies cry? [12:32]

Paced bottle feeding [13:38]

Suck reflex [17:52]

The best way to use milk trays [26:36]

Instructing caregivers [29:54]

Is breastfeeding to blame? [34:00]

Tip of the week - SJ Heimstead [20:50]

This episode is sponsored by Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

Other episodes we mentioned this week or we just think you should check them out

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/018-co-sleeping/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/071-overfeeding-paced-bottle-feeding/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/010-bottle-feeding-101/

Other things we mentioned that we wanted to share-

https://med.stanford.edu/newborns/professional-education/breastfeeding/maximizing-milk-production.html

http://www.nancymohrbacher.com/articles/2012/6/27/to-pump-more-milk-use-hands-on-pumping.html

https://wordpress.com/post/diannecassidyconsulting.wordpress.com/194

Link to Dianne’s class-

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/what-wikipedia-doesnt-tell-you-about-breastfeeding-tickets-104088449354

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 Changes In A Crisis Apr 27, 2020

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Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!

Do you feel like your routine has totally changed?

Does it seem like your baby or kids are regressing?

Do you feel really stressed out with everything happening in the world right now?

If you said yes, tune in to today’s podcast. We will be your new best friends.

Things we talked about:

Have you been experiencing different breastfeeding behaviors the last few weeks? [3:20]

Meeting the needs of children [4:30]

Reactions to crisis [7:14]

Grief for kids right now [9:13]

Abby tried to explain going outside to Jack [14:30]

Sympathy for the mom who doesn’t want to stay home [16:45]

Being off routine [17:23]

Exley makes a podcast appearance :) [19:06]

What are you seeing with a breastfeeding infant or toddler right now? More feeds? [23:23]

Bringing back the family bed [24:00]

Is it regression? Or coping? [26:05]

Lifelong effects and protection from infection [31:08]

This episode is sponsored by Fairhaven Health

Other episodes we mentioned this week or we just think you should check them out

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/098-breastfeeding-for-comfort/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/114-the-attachment-effect/

Other things we mentioned that we wanted to share- The magnets Abby’s kids were playing with

https://www.amazon.com/BANBBY-Building-Construction-Stacking-Sculpture/dp/B07GX7RLCD/ref=zg_bs_166039011_5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=RCJ8R8ENWRNNS7P4ZCH6

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

How Much Milk Can Your Breasts Hold? Apr 20, 2020

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Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!

Have you spent time worrying about milk supply?

Did you question your milk supply when your baby was feeding every 2 hours but your best friends baby feeds every 4 hours?

Are you freaked out because you only pump an ounce of milk?

Well stay put and listen and learn all about storage capacity. You will be amazed.

Things we talked about:

What is breast/storage capacity anyway? [4:04]

Storage capacity does not equal milk supply [5:44]

Description of ‘breastfeeding management’ from Kellymom [6:37]

Best explanation of storage capacity EVER [7:20]

Feedings vary by time of day, etc [12:45]

Dianne’s friend Claire that she had permission to talk about [13:30]

Words of wisdom from Nancy Mohrbacher and her storage capacity explanation [15:27]

Breastfeeding as a bad habit? When do bad habits really start anyway? [16:37]

How do you minimize bad habits? [17:50]

Pumping and storage capacity [26:52]

Be cautious of bad information! [27:45]

Everyone has a different journey [29:27]

Newborn behaviors to blame! Blame the baby :) [33:47]

Don’t forget to check out the infographic on the website! [34:50]

Tip of the Week! From sewhappy dolan3 [24:00]

This episode is sponsored by Fairhaven Health

Other episodes we mentioned this week or we just think you should check them out

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/120-is-your-baby-using-you-as-a-pacifier/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/081-not-signs-of-low-milk-supply/

Other things we mentioned that we wanted to share

https://kellymom.com/hot-topics/milkproduction/

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

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