

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 22, 2021 • 35min
Breastfeeding Support Red Flags
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Red Flags are all the conversation right now.What’s a red flag when it comes to breast/chest feeding?Listen up as Dianne and Abby talk about red flag situations that have come up recently. I bet you can relate.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:Red Flags vs myths [5:15]The red flag around pain [9:16]Pain is an indication something isn’t right [12:17]When you randomly know a lactation consultant [18:57]Weight issues + bad advice = red flag [20:50]When you’re trying to find guidance [22:05]Parents always know when the information isn’t good [24:04]How do you trust someone you get bad advice from? [30:12]Breastfeeding is seen as disposable [31:32]Don’t ignore the red flag in your head [33:34] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Simple Wishes Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Don’t Forget!! Dianne and Abby have started the new parenting podcast! Check out Revolution Parenting! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1755123/8400508Follow 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

Nov 15, 2021 • 1h 8min
Normal Sleep Behavior with Rebecca Michi
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!SLEEP! We all want it.We all want to help our children to sleep better so we can sleep better.That’s what this episode is all about. Don’t miss 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:The history of Abby and Rebecca [5:30]How can I get my child to sleep? [11:15]At 3 months old, only 16% sleep “through” the night [18:04]Why is breastfeeding blamed? [20:25]Breastfeeding is great for sleep overall [26:10]When do babies get into deep sleep? [27:00]Where did sleep training come from? [31:44]What are we teaching? [39:50]Unwinding…but not before bed [45:39]Setting up the house/room for sleep success [57:13]Educating parents and having the tools for success [1:03:00]How you can find Rebecca [1:05:04] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Don’t Forget!! Dianne and Abby have started the new parenting podcast! Check out Revolution Parenting! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1755123/8400508Follow 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

Nov 8, 2021 • 36min
Getting a Good Latch
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Do you know how to get a good latch?The latch is an important part of establishing a good breastfeeding relationship.Tune in this week and listen as Dianne and Abby talk about getting a good latch, and what to watch for as you are learning the ropes.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 do you know if your latch is good or bad? [5:10]Babies need your help with latch [6:02]How does the latch feel? [8:10]Seeing = doing [12:30]C-hold [18:25]Flanged lips [19:20]Areola latch [21:45]Nose to nipple [23:31]Babies are weird and spazzy [24:00]Nipple damage [28:50]Releasing the latch [31:00]Make sure you see an LC! [33:02] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!Link to position and latch videos with Nancy Mohrbacherhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJan8xCNgY4&list=PLpJt_90JhxkPJ6wQ-6VNggkqw0aWCfRD3&index=3 https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-positions/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/021-latching-101/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Don’t Forget!! Dianne and Abby have started the new parenting podcast! Check out Revolution Parenting! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1755123/8400508Follow 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

Nov 1, 2021 • 37min
Breastfeeding Behavior Changes with Age
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Breastfeeding changes as babies grow.This might be something that causes parents to question breastfeeding overall.Breastfeeding evolves. Tune in to hear more.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.comWE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!! You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:Abby’s new friend with breastfeeding concerns [4:31]Evolutionary considerations [8:31]Pediatrician questions [9:38]Babies change quickly [14:28]All babies react different [17:19]Breastfeeding evolves [21:57]You don’t have to like every stage [24:43]Breastfed babies do not sleep well? What? [28:54]Change = growth [30:39] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-problem-or-developmental-milestone/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-breastmilk-changes-with-your-child/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Don’t Forget!! Dianne and Abby have started the new parenting podcast! Check out Revolution Parenting! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1755123/8400508Follow 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 25, 2021 • 37min
Pro-Weaning Partners
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Pro-weaning partners (or family)…It almost sounds positive, right?It’s not.Tune in this week and listen as Dianne and Abby talk more about how to handle unsupportive partners when breastfeeding.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.comWE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!! You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:What is going on in people’s heads? Do THEY even know? [5:20]Abby’s thoughts on why breast/chest feeding is not a family decision [8:37]Superheroes? [9:02]Breast is Best…or is it? [13:52]Lack of support = early weaning [19:54]Education [23:58]Partner postpartum mood disorders [29:07] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1755123/9301596 - check out this Revolution Parenting Boundaries episode https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/084-breastfeeding-from-a-partners-perspective/ https://www.postpartum.net – link for Postpartum Support International Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Don’t Forget!! Dianne and Abby have started the new parenting podcast! Check out Revolution Parenting! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1755123/8400508Follow 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 18, 2021 • 37min
Breastfeeding Myths to Put In the Gargbage
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Breastfeeding Myths…they are everywhere?Have you been told anything you felt was a myth??Tune in this week and listen as Dianne and Abby bust more breastfeeding myths!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.comWE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!! You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:The first myth starts in the review [1:31]Not enough fiber? [2:58]Pregnancy again [9:37]Teeth, sleep and cavities [14:29]Abby’s big myth [21:26]Dianne’s Pinterest myth [28:38]Water [30:49]The last myth [34:07] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/132-breastfeeding-and-cavities/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/medical-info-to-flush-down-the-toilet/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/pumping-myths/ https://www.drjaygordon.com Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Don’t Forget!! Dianne and Abby have started the new parenting podcast! Check out Revolution Parenting! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1755123/8400508Follow 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 11, 2021 • 35min
Breastfeeding with Anxiety
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Debilitating anxiety…does it impact breastfeeding?How can you deal with the anxiety?Tune in this week and listen as Dianne and Abby share information and stories of how to help anxiety.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.comWE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!! You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:Purple nipple when pumping…what can you do? [3:09]Abby’s first memory of panic attacks [7:02]Anxiety around breastfeeding [13:55]Early weaning due to anxiety [19:00]Exclusive pumping due to anxiety [21:50]What can you do about the anxiety? [24:30]Medications [26:41]Release from the apps [30:12]Support groups [31:17] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Just N Case Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-mental-health-and-medications/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/ - link for Lactmed https://www.postpartum.net – link for Postpartum Support International https://www.facebook.com/DianneCassidyConsulting - for the Breastfeeding Bootcamp Support Group link Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Don’t Forget!! Dianne and Abby have started the new parenting podcast! Check out Revolution Parenting! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1755123/8400508Follow 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 4, 2021 • 34min
Breastfeeding Positions
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Do you find yourself struggling to find a good breastfeeding position?Does it seem like your baby is uncomfortable in certain positions?Let’s talk about positions, and why it’s important to find a good one.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.comWE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!! You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:Neither Dianne nor Abby hide facial expressions well. Even with a mask [3:35]How important is seeing breastfeeding? [6:27]More support [7:42]Nose to nipple [13:04]Pillows [19:49]Take the focus off the baby [28:18]The short lived youtube channel [26:36]Adjusting baby while on the breast [29:04] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Just N Case Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/tips-to-make-breastfeeding-easier/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZCEpBX64ZE&t=141s Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Don’t Forget!! Dianne and Abby have started the new parenting podcast! Check out Revolution Parenting! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1755123/8400508Follow 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

Sep 27, 2021 • 34min
When You Don't Reach Your Breastfeeding Goals
Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Have you ever set a goal that you didn’t reach?Have you set breastfeeding goals for yourself?Is it difficult to reach those goals?Tune in this week as we talk about breastfeeding goals and how to navigate through all 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.comWE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!! You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:Expectations for birth and breastfeeding [4:52]People can’t tell you how to feel [9:44]Do babies come out not wanting to breastfeed? [13:02]Return to work and breastfeeding goals [18:03]The laws [20:14]Post partum weaning depression [24:54]What if you just don’t like it? [26:30]Doing what’s right for you [27:56]It’s not all or nothing [30:33] *This Episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-laws/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/103-post-weaning-depression/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/ Check out Dianne’s blog here~https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Don’t Forget!! Dianne and Abby have started the new parenting podcast! Check out Revolution Parenting! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1755123/8400508Follow 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

Sep 20, 2021 • 35min
REPLAY Bed-Sharing and Getting Sleep
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 unsafebedsharing?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.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.comThings 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 HealthOther episodes we mentioned this week or we just think you should check them outhttps://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?OriginalSet up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/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.comMusic 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


