Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

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When to Wean Jul 07, 2025

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Weaning. How do you know when to wean? What is you are ready, but your
baby isn’t? Or if your baby is ready but you are not ready? How do you handle
these situations? Every baby will eventually wean, be prepared for it by listening
to today’s 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:
Buzzsprout question [5:36]
Biting tip [10:35]
Pressure to wean can come from other places [15:55]
You are the main person in the breastfeeding relationship [19:27]
Guilty feelings [22:23]
Is your baby ready to wean? [24:00]
Say it with us…breastfeeding is so much more than food [26:08]
You get to make the decision [30:00]
Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!
https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/post-weaning-depression/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/biting/

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

REPLAY - Cluster Feeding Jun 30, 2025

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Cluster feeding.

What is it, and what have you done to deserve this chaos?

Listen up, learn why it happens and tips to make life a little easier while it happens.

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:

The cool info about mouth breathing [1:37]

Intro to cluster feeding [9:40]

What is cluster feeding? [10:18]

When does it happen? [11:32]

Why does it happen? [12:14]

Overstimulation [16:15]

You DO have enough milk in the evening [22:55]

Baby Wearing [24:38]

Support [28:43]

Remove stimulation [32:20]

Think about what’s happening around you [33:29]

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

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

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/colic/

https://www.diannecassidyconsulting.com/2021/08/08/truth-behind-cluster-feeding-and-newborn-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

Schedules Jun 23, 2025

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Did someone tell you that you should have your baby on a schedule? Do you feel like your baby needs a schedule? Today Dianne and Abby talk about schedules and why they can be troublesome-especially in the beginning.

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:

Question about supply when pregnant [3:56]

Baby schedules! [9:10]

Newborn feeding patterns [11:56]

Milk supply issues [15:49]

The books [20:08]

Hard to make the baby do something they are not designed to do [22:02]

Returning to work [24:00]

What are the cues for feeding on demand? [26:00]

Breast storage capacity [28:34]

Watch your baby and follow the cues [31:55]

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-while-pregnant/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/schedules-and-routines/

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

Exercise Jun 16, 2025

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Exercise and breastfeeding. What’s the rule? How soon after having a baby can
you get back into your exercise routine? Will this impact breastfeeding at all?
Check in today as Dianne and Abby talk all about exercising after baby and what
to expect. Abby shares some of her own personal experiences about weight loss
too!
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:
The neurodiversity course [3:00]
Spotify question [8:00]
Exercise and weight loss [11:00]
You have to feel ready to start an exercise routine [12:14]
Exercise is safe when breastfeeding [18:00]
Abby started Ozympic! [22:57]
Breastfeeding and Ozempic [32:40]
Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!
https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/049-exercise/
https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-myths-we-found-on-the-
internet/
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

Breastfeeding After Six Months Jun 09, 2025

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When you have a newborn, it’s easy to find breastfeeding information. But what
happens when you are breastfeeding an older baby, and you run into a roadblock?
That information is a little harder to find.

Today Dianne and Abby are talking about common issues that may arise after 6 months and how to get past them. 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:
Does anyone know of a kid friendly true crime podcast? [4:38]
Change in supply [8:22]
Some babies are ready for solids and some aren’t [13:13]
Biting [16:50]
How the breasts feel [21:05]
When your period returns [22:21]
Comfort nursing [26:34]
Nursing less [29:50]
Distraction again [30:32]
Change in latch [31:48]
Sleep patterns [32:44]

Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!
https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/biting/
https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/myths-about-starting-solids/
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

Anxieties around Breastfeeding Jun 02, 2025

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We get lots of messages in lots of different places. Today’s episode comes from a message left on You Tube. Have you ever felt like your baby might not be feeding well? Are you afraid that your baby isn’t getting enough milk at times?

Listen in today as we discuss these common concerns. 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:
The missing Spotify messages [7:52]
YouTube message behind this episode [11:00]
There is no win or lose in breastfeeding [14:25]
The milk is always there [17:23]
People have different reasons to pump and bottle feed [23:21]
It’s possible to bond without bottle feeding [30:15]
Not usually a milk supply problem [35:26]

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/bonding-without-bottles/

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

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

Biting May 26, 2025

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Biting. We are revisiting biting. Are you worried about biting or has your baby bit
you during a feed? Listen in today as Dianne and Abby talk more about biting, how
you can stay ahead of it and what to do if it happens.

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:
Can you breastfeed the older, weaned child (toddler)? [3:32]
The biting message [7:40]
Babies cannot feed and bite at the same time [12:30]
Watching your baby [15:01]
Dozing babies [18:49]
Info from Dianne’s lactation book [21:05]
Comfort [23:14]
Nipple wounds [28:25]
It’s a phase [33:25]

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

https://llli.org/breastfeeding-info/biting/

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/teething-and-biting/

https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com/protocol-for-biting-when-breastfeeding/

https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com/babies-hate-biting/

https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com/ask-an-expert-teething/

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

Breastfeeding Fears May 19, 2025

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Do you have any breastfeeding fears? Is there something you were afraid of when
you started breastfeeding? Listen in today as Dianne and Abby discuss common
breastfeeding fears. See if your fear is on the list.

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

https://www.mother.ly/health-wellness/womens-health/overcoming-breastfeeding-fears/

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:

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;
courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Using Your Breast Pump May 12, 2025

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Are you intimidated by your pump? You are not alone. Today, Dianne and Abby
talk about how to use a breast pump, how to set it up and what to do with it.
Pumping can feel overwhelming, and we are here to help.

A neurodivergent email [4:42]
Is pumping easier? [14:23]
Pump settings [15:08]
Flanges [19:20]
How long to pump for [24:06]
Pumping frequency [25:14]
Hands on pumping [27:41]
Cleaning parts [30:45]
Changing parts [34:29]
Milk storage [36:00]

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/balancing-breastfeeding-and-pumping/

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:

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

Myth Busters May 05, 2025

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Hang on to your hats! It’s a new Myths episode for you today! Listen in as Dianne
and Abby bust more breastfeeding myths that they have seen around the internet
or heard from other breastfeeders. Listen in for a good laugh! And remember to
email your myths so Dianne and Abby can use them in a future episode!

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-myths-to-put-in-the-garbage/
https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/myths-about-starting-solids/

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:

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