Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

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Nursing Strikes Feb 04, 2026

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No one is happy when a nursing strike happens. But what causes them? Listen in
as Dianne and Abby discuss nursing strikes, what causes them and how you can
get through them. Tune into this episode today!

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/maintaining-milk-supply/
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Dianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, 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/ScottHolmes

Breastfeeding a Toddler Feb 02, 2026

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This week’s episode is brought to you by Simple Wishes. Simple Wishes offers hands-free pumping and nursing bras as well as a wide range of nursing clothing. Owned by badass breastfeeding moms in California. Use code BADASS for 50% off at www.simplewishes.com.

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Toddler breastfeeding. Two listener questions for today’s episode about toddler
breastfeeding. There’s so much to consider when breastfeeding a toddler, and it’s
all good stuff. Listen today as Dianne and Abby discuss boundaries, nutrition and
many more aspects of breastfeeding a toddler.

Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!
https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/nursing-aversion-with-melissa-morns/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-breastmilk-changes-with-your-child/

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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:
AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com
Dianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, 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/ScottHolmes

Birth Interventions and Breastfeeding Jan 28, 2026

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Birth interventions can make breastfeeding challenging in the beginning. Listen in
today as Dianne and Abby discuss different interventions and how you can get
through this difficult time.

Things we talked about:

Birth interventions-Revisited [4:48]
Medicated delivery [6:25]
Vacuum or forceps delivery [12:40]
Fast (precipitous) birth [16:20]
Cesarean delivery [16:46]
Things that can help [19:55]
Pitocin and latch issues [22:00]
Mother / Baby separation [27:52]
Episiotomy and perineal repair [32:40]

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/jaundice-myths-and-breastfeeding

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-nicu-and-separated-babies/

AbbyTheuring, https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Breastfeeding through the ages Jan 26, 2026

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Have you ever wondered what breastfeeding was like through the ages? Listen in
today as Dianne and Abby talk about the history of breastfeeding, share some
hilarious stories and some really interesting facts from long ago. Don’t miss this
episode!

Spotify comments [9:11]
The idea behind the episode [12:13]
Hospital instructions from the 1960’s [14:50]
Hospital instructions from 1948 [23:12]
Hospital instructions from 1070’s [25:20]
Wet nursing [29:40]

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

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2684040/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/5-tips-to-breastfeeding-success-infant-edition/

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:

AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Breastfeeding Tools Jan 21, 2026

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Today Dianne and Abby are discussing breastfeeding tools, what is useful and
what you may not ever need for breastfeeding. Are all the tools necessary? Find
out on today’s episode!

Breastfeeding pillows [6:25]
Nipple creams [11:39]
Breast pads [13:37]
Breast pumps [15:20]
Abby needs photos! [21:30]
Storage Bags [21:58]
Nipple shields [23:08]
Supplemental nursing system [26:08]
Supplement tools [28:37]
Pumping bra and nursing bra [31:29]
Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/nipple-shields/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/infant-sleep-with-rebecca-michi/

AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Myths - 2026 Version Jan 19, 2026

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Get ready to laugh today as Dianne and Abby share more myths they have about breastfeeding. You don’t want to miss this episode! Do you have any breastfeeding myths that you have heard? Send them to us! We would love to use them on the next Myths 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 badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!

Things we talked about:

Abby’s first myth – 2nd night syndrome [7:35]

2nd night syndrome is normal [15:26]

Blaming everything on breastfeeding [16:52]

Abby needs photos! [22:07]

Dianne’s myth- taste buds?[ 23:04]

Abby’s next myth – rickets [25:54]

Dianne’s myth – baby eyes [29:35]

Abby’s last myth – all the apps [32:45]

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/myths-about-starting-solids/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/more-breastfeeding-myths/

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:

AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com

Dianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, 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/ScottHolmes

Breastfeeding Trivia 3rd Round Jan 14, 2026

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This week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com.Dianne and Abby are at it again! It’s trivia time! How much do you know about
breastfeeding? Tune in today to play along and see how many trivia questions
you get right.

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. You can also add your email to our
list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!
Things we talked about:
% of parents in the U.S. who breastfeed 6 months [10:50]
Hormones [16:00]
How many calories? [17:34]
Witches Milk [20:58]
What’s a good indicator of low milk supply [24:02]
What does breastmilk make? [26:26]
Successful breastfeeding [27:46]
Can babies smell your milk? [30:54]
Latch [31:20]
Do breasts make the same amount of milk? [33:50]
Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!
https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-trivia/
https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/more-trivia/
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:
AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com
Dianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, 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/ScottHolmes

Solids and Baby Led Weaning Jan 12, 2026

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Do you want to try baby led weaning but are afraid of how that will go? Listen
today as Dianne and Abby discuss the ins and outs of baby led weaning so you can
confidently and safely start solids with your baby.

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:
AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com
Dianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, 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/ScottHolmes

A Night in the Life of a Breastfeeding Dyad Jan 07, 2026

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A night in the life….what is happening with babies at night? Feedings, diaper
changes, sleep…how do we deal with it all? Today Dianne and Abby discuss what
the nighttime might look like if you have 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 badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to our
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Things we talked about:
What night looks like [8:19]
What evening might look like [11:33]
You’re not failing [16:40]
Hormones [17:03]
Nighttime can equal anxiety [23:35]
Appreciating the night feedings [28:53]
What to watch for [29:40]
Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!
https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/feeding-during-the-night/
https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/nighttime-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:
AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com
Dianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, 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 First 72 Hours Jan 05, 2026

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The first 72 hours with your newborn can be a confusing time. Lots of skin to skin,
lots of feeding…what else should you expect? Listen today as Dianne and Abby
discuss what to expect in the first 72 hours with your 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 badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to our
list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!
Things we talked about:
New travel law [7:00]
Programming milk supply [14:00]
Lots of skin to skin [14:28]
2 nd night clusterfeeding [18:33]
Feeding frequency [22:25]
Hand expression for colostrum [24:35]
Recovery for you [28:14]
Wet and dirty diaper count [32:44]
Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!
https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/the-first-days-home/
https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/005-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:
AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com
Dianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, 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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