

Badass Breastfeeding Podcast
Dianne Cassidy & Abby Theuring
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!
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Nov 7, 2022 • 44min
Infant Mental Health
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Here we go everyone…Infant Mental Health. If you find yourself asking what the heck is infant mental health…you are not alone. You are about to learn some really cool stuff about your 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:Do we ever really think about mental health for babies? [5:00]Dahmer. Again. (OMG Dianne get a life) [6:25]Vulnerability of the infant brain [10:38]8 things to remember with child development [11:20]When is the brain fully developed [24:10]How is brain development and colostrum connected [25:53]Responsiveness [27:40]Still face videos [29:10]Attachment [30:05]It’s in the paperwork! [35:42]Things you might notice [39:00] Today’s episode is brought to you by Silverette! Silverette silver nursing cups are your one-stop solution to soothe and protect your nursing nipples! Use code BADASS at www.silveretteusa.com for 15% off! This episode is also 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/breastfeeding-in-the-4th-trimester/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTTSXc6sARghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Pcr1Rmr1rMhttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/114-the-attachment-effect/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Best Breastfeeding Book!!https://www.amazon.com/THIS-BOOK-SUCKS-feeding-shouldnt/dp/B0B3P275JP/ref=asc_df_B0B3P275JP/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=598244024349&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2460593586258417532&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005669&hvtargid=pla-1678086109866&psc=1Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy http://www.diann

Nov 2, 2022 • 45min
Nighttime sanity as a breastfeeder
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!You asked for it…Part 2 of night feeds!Listen in for some more tips and information about what to do when night time comes around and you just want to hold on to whatever sanity you have left. 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: Medications question- specifically contrast [4:32]Breastmilk at night [8:30]Day/night confusion [9:57]Positions for breastfeeding at night [14:50]Do babies always need night feeds? [23:43]Growing and joint pain [24:15]Boundaries [30:17]Dream feeds [32:50]Creatine routine [36:35]Today’s episode is brought to you by Dockatot! Dockatot is a multi-functional lounging, playing, chilling, and snuggling dock for baby and toddlers! Use code BADASS for 15% off and free shipping at www.dockatot.com! Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/normal-sleep-behavior-with-rebecca-michi/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastsleeping/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/safe-co-sleeping/ https://www.drjaygordon.com/search?q=sleep Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Best Breastfeeding Book!!https://www.amazon.com/THIS-BOOK-SUCKS-feeding-shouldnt/dp/B0B3P275JP/ref=asc_df_B0B3P275JP/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=598244024349&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2460593586258417532&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005669&hvtargid=pla-1678086109866&psc=1 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.comDianne 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

Oct 31, 2022 • 47min
Does breastfeeding make them needy?
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!UGH…these needy babies. Is it breastfeeding that makes babies so needy?Listen up as Dianne and Abby talk about the needy baby phenomena, and if it’s a real thing. 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 Jeffrey Dahmer conversation [3:10]Neglect [4:15]Everyone NEEDS attention [7:30]The word needy. Let’s talk about that [12:24]Story about Jack [14:41]Why do we think people shouldn’t cater to babies needs? [28:30]Independence [32:20]Being available for your baby (and you can complain about it, too) [36:45]Babies know if their needs aren’t being met [39:25]Today’s episode is brought to you by Silverette! Silverette silver nursing cups are your one-stop solution to soothe and protect your nursing nipples! Use code BADASS at www.silveretteusa.com for 15% off! 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://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/normal-sleep-behavior-with-rebecca-michi/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/098-breastfeeding-for-comfort/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IeHcsFqK7Sohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUwEwv3Wl58 Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Best Breastfeeding Book!!https://www.amazon.com/THIS-BOOK-SUCKS-feeding-shouldnt/dp/B0B3P275JP/ref=asc_df_B0B3P275JP/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=598244024349&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2460593586258417532&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005669&hvtargid=pla-1678086109866&psc=1Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.com Music we use~Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)" courtesy o

Oct 26, 2022 • 47min
Postpartum Mood Disorders
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Postpartum depression…or postpartum mood disorders. What does this mean? And what mood disorders does it include? Listen this week as Dianne and Abby discuss this very important topic and how it may impact you as a parent.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:FB live fun! Tune in! [6:05]The main point everyone needs to know [8:50]Abby talks about her anxiety after Jack was born [11:05]Research [15:00]Depression vs. anxiety [15:40]The 4th trimester [18:40]Normal newborn stuff [27:00]Panic disorder [28:21]Perinatal OCD [28:30]PTSD [30:25]A real-life example [32:45]Perinatal bipolar disorder [34:30]Postpartum psychosis [38:23]Getting help [44:07]Today’s episode is brought to you by Solid Starts. Solid Starts provides resources that help you start solid foods with your baby! Visit www.solidstarts.com.Today's episode is brought to you by Dockatot! Dockatot is a multi-functional lounging, playing, chilling, and snuggling dock for baby and toddlers! Use code BADASS for 15% off and free shipping at www.dockatot.com!Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-in-the-4th-trimester/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-mental-health-and-medications/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/052-postpartum-mood-disorders/Researchhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5599312/https://journals.lww.com/obgynsurvey/FullText/2019/06000/Perinatal_Posttraumatic_Stress_Disorder__A_Review.20.aspx?casa_token=HwSmg05T5tkAAAAA:pKH9nkfmhZeoOw4oG91bMt5ZB5-qaotmWK6nOy_cR0Ovdb3w00NZ8db2_cqXbOMtiQB1CJ8VP8XQ9LuFamKK https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IeHcsFqK7SoSet up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.com Music we use~Music: "Levels o

Oct 24, 2022 • 42min
Post Weaning Depression
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Post weaning depression – what is it and why don’t we hear more about it?Listen this week and Dianne and Abby discuss post weaning depression and why it is so important you know the details about it.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:Do hormones even out? [4:53]Strange weaning symptoms? [7:40]The importance of involving an IBCLC [10:30]Post on Abby’s FB page [11:39]Dianne’s lightbulb moment [21:34]The trigger with starting solids [26:00]Educating providers [30:35]Does weaning earlier cause a more significant hormonal response? [34:30]What to do if you have a stop date [39:00] Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Imani Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/124-breastfeeding-boundaries/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/night-weaning-and-boundaries/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/weaning-an-infant/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/weaning-an-infant/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Best Breastfeeding Book!!https://www.amazon.com/THIS-BOOK-SUCKS-feeding-shouldnt/dp/B0B3P275JP/ref=asc_df_B0B3P275JP/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=598244024349&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2460593586258417532&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005669&hvtargid=pla-1678086109866&psc=1Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne 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

Oct 19, 2022 • 40min
Stress and milk supply
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Stress. We know it impacts so much of daily life.But what does it do to breastfeeding? And is it worth it to continue breastfeeding when you feel like stress is all around you?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:How long did Abby nurse her boys – listener question [3:00]Bottom line [8:35]The most stressful phrase EVER [12:45]Initiating breastfeeding and stress – delayed milk coming in [15:08]Impacting milk supply? [16:20]Hormonal response [16:42]Is it in your milk? [22:55]Return to work stress and some ideas to help [24:50]Shifting the blame [28:00]Increased cortisol and milk composition [32:05]Post Partum Anxiety (PPA) and stress [32:46]Knowing the triggers [33:50] Episode is sponsored by Solid Starts and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/what-is-self-care/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-with-anxiety/ Research Articles we talked abouthttps://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-021-90980-3 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6120523/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/ Follow our Podcast~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne 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

Oct 17, 2022 • 45min
Do environmental toxins pass to breastmilk?
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Someone recently asked Dianne and Abby about cleaning products and whether this will affect breastmilk and the baby.What are your thoughts on this?Dianne and Abby look at some research. But you probably know the outcome.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:Do you think about the toxins in your environment? [5:18]The toxins we get [8:59]Some research [10:33]Breastfeeding is still the best way to feed [11:03]How your body reacts [12:25]Breastmilk is protection [15:00]The first contaminant in milk [16:35]Anthropology Lesson [23:18]Regulated language [27:15]Weighing benefits and risks [32:15]Medications [32:58]Lead info [35:18]The daily word! [37:00]Organic [39:38] 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://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/the-impact-of-breastfeeding-on-the-environment/ Research Articles we talked abouthttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667009722000112 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2569122/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/ Follow our Podcast~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne 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

Oct 12, 2022 • 44min
Nighttime Feeding
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Oh those nighttime feeds. Do you think you can learn to appreciate them?What if your baby does sleep? Does that mean you have to pump? What happens?Episodes about sleep never get old. Why? Because everyone loves sleep and there is so much to talk about. This is proof of that.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:This Book Sucks [2:00]Dianne’s in a covid haze [4:48]Trying to appreciate night feeds [10:19]What is the rule for feeding your newborn at night? [12:57]Those random stretches of sleep that might happen [15:51]Trying to re-create the ‘good’ nights [16:25]Do you pump during the night? [22:40]What is the longest stretch baby sleeps? [24:50]Some reasons your baby might still be feeding at night [26:45]The tigers [28:35]Expectations of nighttime [30:10]Finding yourself in a co-sleep situation [33:15]Creating a safe sleep environment [35:00]Solid foods (it’s a lie) [41:00]Stay tuned for Part 2!(there’s just so much to talk about!!) Today’s episode is brought to you by Solid Starts. Solid Starts provides resources that help you start solid foods with your baby! Visit www.solidstarts.com.This episode is also 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/safe-co-sleeping/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/nighttime-milk-supply/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastsleeping/the blog about the tigershttp://www.drjen4kids.com/soap%20box/normal_%20newborn.htm#.Y0M-ei2B1QIThis Book Sucks linkhttps://www.amazon.com/THIS-BOOK-SUCKS-feeding-shouldnt/dp/B0B3P275JP/ref=asc_df_B0B3P275JP/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=598244024349&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7285524299637316332&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005669&hvtargid=pla-1678086109866&psc=1Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast~

Oct 10, 2022 • 41min
Breastmilk test kits
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Human milk test kits and test strips…what is this all about anyway?You will not believe the kits on the market these days. And how do you think Dianne and Abby feel about all of this? Listen in to find out.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:This is gonna be a rant…these kits are unreal [3:00]Alcohol test strips [4:10]The kit that started the whole conversation [11:15]The statement that says it all [14:54]The next 2 tests to come up…Abby is flabbergasted [22:07]Breastfeeding Progress? What? [26:10]Allergy test strip [30:33]Mastitis [31:15]Lactation Cookies (don’t be rude to a cookie) [37:34] 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://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/drinking-alcohol-while-breastfeeding/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/130-clogged-ducts-and-mastitis/ the kick ass statement on GMAhttps://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/parents-test-breast-milk-59853781Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/ Follow our Podcast~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne 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

Oct 5, 2022 • 42min
Breastfeeding in the 4th trimester
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!The 4th trimester. What does that mean?Does it apply to the parent? Or the baby?Listen this week as Dianne and Abby talk more about the 4th trimester and what to expect.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:Listener question – should you time caffeine consumption? [3:50]There are 2 sides to the 4th trimester [9:03]What is the 4th trimester, anyway? [11:20]The evolution behind it…Abby loves this part [12:20]The problem is expectations [17:40]All the attention is on the baby [24:40]The postpartum questionnaire…what happens with that? [29:53]How returning to work conflicts with the 4th trimester [34:40] Today’s episode is brought to you by Solid Starts. Solid Starts provides resources that help you start solid foods with your baby! Visit www.solidstarts.com.This episode is also 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/the-first-days-home/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-expectations/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/052-postpartum-mood-disorders/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/ Follow our Podcast~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne 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


