Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

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Breastfeeding Myths That Won't Die Nov 25, 2019

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“Honey, my friend just had a baby and she is really struggling. You should hear the crazy advice she is getting from people!”

“Honey, remember when our little guy was brand new? You were receiving some pretty crazy advice too.”

“I know, but I feel like this is worse. Someone told her that some babies will never breastfeed, that they just prefer bottles from the start. That just doesn’t make sense to me!”

“That is weird. Hmm. Maybe you should have her listen to the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast. Dianne and Abby will help with the crazy things she is hearing.”

“You’re right. I’m going to make sure she listens this week!!”

This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are talking about the breastfeeding myths that just won’t die, no matter how much research is available to contradict these myths that are out there. Listen as Dianne and Abby talk about a select few myths that they find especially annoying. Do you have any to share? Leave us a review and tell us about it!

Dianne can be seen at DianneCassidyConsulting.com and Abby can be seen at thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in then Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Alcohol and Milk Supply Nov 18, 2019

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“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 listen, and then share it with my mom group. We are always talking about alcohol and breastfeeding – now we will know the answers!”

This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are talking about alcohol and milk. This is always a hot topic in the breastfeeding world! You definitely don’t want to miss this episode! After you listen, be sure to share! All your mom friends should have the info too!

Thanks for all the reviews on iTunes! They really help us out. Please keep them coming!! Stay tuned because we will have another comment giveaway soon!!

Dianne can be seen at DianneCassidyConsulting.com and Abby can be seen at thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in then Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Surviving Sexual Assault, Healing Through Breastfeeding With Nikki Patrick Nov 11, 2019

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This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Abby is honored to interview Nikki Patrick, a mother, writer and survivor. She is talking with us about her mission to reach other survivors, how breastfeeding affected her journey through healing and how she manages as a parent. Nikki is a real-life hero.

Thanks for all the reviews on iTunes! They really help us out. Please keep them coming!! Stay tuned because we will have another comment giveaway soon!!

Dianne can be seen at DianneCassidyConsulting.com and Abby can be seen at thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in then Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Does your baby sleep like a good baby? Nov 04, 2019

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“Honey, I was talking to my mom today. I told her that our little guy has been sleeping better this week and she said ‘what a good baby!’ I am a little offended. I feel like he’s always a good baby. Should I have said something?”

“Honey, I’m sure she didn’t mean anything. Just forget about it.”

“Honey, really? You need to listen to the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast this week. Dianne and Abby are talking about how society labels babies as ‘bad’. Well, I don’t like our baby labeled as BAD!”

“Honey, calm down. I will listen to the podcast! Obviously, this is very important to you. We can talk more about this after I listen!”

Has anyone ever told you that you have a “good” baby or a “bad” baby? Babies cannot be good or bad! Listen this week as Dianne and Abby break down the stigma of good and bad babies.

Thanks for all the reviews on iTunes! They really help us out. Please keep them coming!! Stay tuned because we will have another comment giveaway soon!!

Dianne can be seen at DianneCassidyConsulting.com and Abby can be seen at thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in then Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

The Attachment Effect Oct 28, 2019

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“Honey, I just love being with our little guy. Is that bad? My mom told me that it isn’t good to be too attached. She said that it will make him too needy. Should we be teaching him how to comfort himself?”

“Honey, I do not agree with this at all. I am breastfeeding, and that helps to establish a strong trust for all of us. I don’t understand why we would want to separate him from us. He’s too young! Why would we do that?”

“I just want to be sure we are doing the best thing for him. But I hear so many opinions. What do you think is the best thing?”

“Well, this week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are talking about attachment and how important it is, not just today but for the future as well. You should listen.”

This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are talking about attachment, bonding, and how gravely important this is to all relationships that form as babies grow into children, teens and adults. This is an important episode! Don’t miss it!

Thanks for all the reviews on iTunes! They really help us out. Please keep them coming!! Stay tuned because we will have another comment giveaway soon!!

Dianne can be seen at DianneCassidyConsulting.com and Abby can be seen at thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in then Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Representing Black Breastfeeding Families With Jasmine Marquez, MPH, IBCLC Oct 21, 2019

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This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, you will meet the amazing Jasmine Marquez, MPH, IBCLC! Abby had the pleasure of interviewing Jasmine, an IBCLC in Northern California (Bay Area). Hear all about her experiences, and her new children’s book about breastfeeding! We promise you will love this!

Thanks for all the reviews on iTunes! They really help us out. Please keep them coming!! Stay tuned because we will have another comment giveaway soon!!

Dianne can be seen at DianneCassidyConsulting.com and Abby can be seen at thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in then Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Why Breastfeed Beyond Infancy? Oct 14, 2019

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“Honey, my mom asked how long you plan to breastfeed our little guy. I think she was figuring you would wean him before too long.”

“Honey, I haven’t put a time limit on us. I guess I wasn’t thinking about your mom’s opinion, since this is between me and my baby.”

“Honey! Why are you getting so upset? I was just asking!”

“I was listening to the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast and Dianne and Abby are talking about breastfeeding babies into toddlerhood, and how societal pushback is making this so difficult for mothers. There are a lot of benefits to extended breastfeeding! I bet your mom didn’t know that!”

“Honey, I have no problem if you want to continue breastfeeding. And I am glad that you are learning more about this so you can help educate others. This is so important!”

This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are talking about breastfeeding babies past 1 or 2 years, and the benefits that are abundant for both mother and baby. This is such an important topic! Society tells us that breastfeeding past infancy doesn’t benefit mother or baby. Check out this week’s episode and find out why it’s important to keep that breastfeeding relationship going!

Thanks for all the reviews on iTunes! They really help us out. Please keep them coming!! Stay tuned because we will have another comment giveaway soon!!

Dianne can be seen at DianneCassidyConsulting.com and Abby can be seen at thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in then Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Touched Out and When To Wean Oct 07, 2019

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“Honey, are you sure? Maybe you’re just having a bad day.”

“I don’t know what I should do. I just know that I do not want to do this anymore today. I cannot bear the thought of having the baby on me right now. I know that sounds terrible, but its just how I feel.”

“Ok honey. Why don’t you take a break for a while? Go relax, do something by yourself. I can look after our little guy. Go listen to the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast. Dianne and Abby are talking about feeling touched out, maybe that is what’s happening with you.”

“Touched out? I don’t know if I even know what that means. But I’ll listen. Maybe it will clear some things up for me.”

This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are talking about feeling touched out. Have you ever felt like this? So touched out that you didn’t think you could do one more day of breastfeeding? This is the podcast for you.

Thanks for all the reviews on iTunes! They really help us out. Please keep them coming!! Stay tuned because we will have another comment giveaway soon!!

Dianne can be seen at DianneCassidyConsulting.com and Abby can be seen at thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in then Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holm

Bra Fitting 101 With Rumina Nursingwear Sep 30, 2019

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“Honey, I am so uncomfortable in this nursing bra and I feel like my clothes don’t look quite right. The girls in my mom’s group were talking about Rumina. I haven’t heard of them tough.”

“Oh honey, Abby is interviewing Amanda Hall from Rumina this week on the podcast! I didn’t listen, but I bet that will help with some guidance about nursing bras.”

“Fantastic! I feel like ever since I have been breastfeeding, I haven’t been able to find a comfortable bra in a size that is right. I can’t wait to listen!”
This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Abby is interviewing Amanda hall from Rumina Nursingwear, Pump and Nurse Collection. Tune in to learn more about nursing bras, pumping bras, and how to find the right one!

Thanks for all the reviews on iTunes! They really help us out. Please keep them coming!! Stay tuned because we will have another comment giveaway soon!!

Dianne can be seen at DianneCassidyConsulting.com and Abby can be seen at thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in then Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Body Image and Breastfeeding Sep 23, 2019

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“Honey, I am frustrated that I have not lost all my baby weight yet. Some of the moms at my mothers group are going to start a diet. I wonder if I should join them.”

“Honey, it’s only been a couple months since our little guy was born. Do you think a diet is a good idea?”

“I don’t know. I am not sure what to do. The latest episode of the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast came out today – Dianne and Abby are talking about body image and losing weight. Do you want to listen with me? Maybe it can help me make a decision about what to do.”

“Good idea honey. I think that will help a lot. Let’s listen to the podcast.”

This week on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby are talking about losing weight while breastfeeding, body image, and all the societal baggage that comes with it. Have you thought about how your body has changed since having kids? If the answer is YES, you definitely need to listen to this episode.

Thanks for all the reviews on iTunes! They really help us out. Please keep them coming!! Stay tuned because we will have another comment giveaway soon!!

Dianne can be seen at DianneCassidyConsulting.com and Abby can be seen at thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in then Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes