Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Badass Breastfeeding PodcastDo you know the difference between co-sleeping and bed sharing?Are you freaked out at the idea of co sleeping and / or bed sharing?Do you know the rules for safely sleeping? If not, definitely listen up.  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:James McKenna, what does a safe sleep environment mean? [5:56]Breastfeeding [6:46]Co sleep vs. bed share [8:05]Rules for your bed [10:04]What kind of mattress to have [11:59]LLL statement [15:07]Safe Sleep Seven [20:46]Breastfeeding cuddle curl [23:12]Why the cuddle curl works (James McKenna research) [24:13]  This week’s shout out [19:44]Women’s Hall of Fame *This Episode is sponsored by Kindred Bravely and Fairhaven Health Links to information we discussed~ https://www.breastfeedingbasics.com/badass-breastfeeder/check-amazing-co-sleeping-options https://cosleeping.nd.edu/safe-co-sleeping-guidelines/ https://www.llli.org/the-safe-sleep-seven/ https://www.unicef.org.uk/babyfriendly/baby-friendly-resources/sleep-and-night-time-resources/co-sleeping-and-sids/ https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/BFM.2019.29144.psb   Set 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.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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Have you ever heard of nursing aversion or breastfeeding aversion?Have you ever experienced breastfeeding aversion?If you are wondering what it is, or if you think you have experienced it, definitely listen to this 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.comWE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!!  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!Things we talked about:New place to listen to us! [3:25]Dianne’s disclaimer [5:18]Abby’s disclaimer [6:49]Melissa Morns [8:19]4 key metaphors [13:57]D-MER and breastfeeding aversion [15:48]Describing feelings of aversion when breastfeeding [22:05]Mixed feelings [24:11]Coping [28:09]Final metaphor [28:52]Breastfeeding as healing [29:28]Coping mechanisms [30:09] This week’s shout out [20:56]@blackwomenbirthingwww.blackmomlife.com *This Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Fairhaven Health Links to things we talked about, including blogs and previous episodes~ Nursing Aversion/Breastfeeding Aversion Facebook Grouphttps://m.facebook.com/groups/407193142696633 7 Tips To Help Cope With Nursing Aversion https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com/7-tips-to-help-cope-with-nursing-aversion/ My Nursing Aversion Episodehttps://www.breastfeedingbasics.com/badass-breastfeeder/nursing-aversion-episode Healing Through Breastfeeding: A Sexual Abuse Survivorhttps://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com/healing-through-breastfeeding-a-sexual-abuse-survivor/ Surviving Sexual Assault, Healing Through Breastfeeding With Nikki Patrickhttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/116-surviving-sexual-assault-healing-through-breastfeeding-with-nikki-patrick/ Breastfeeding Boundarieshttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/124-breastfeeding-boundaries/Set 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.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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Are you breastfeeding, but didn’t get your period back yet?Are you breastfeeding, but did get your period?Are you wondering what the hell is going on with your period now that you just had a baby?You aren’t alone.  It’s one of the many postpartum mysteries. Listen up to learn 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:How getting your period back is like pumping [4:13]Some variables to consider [5:07]Postpartum bleeding vs. having your period [8:10]Why don’t you get a period, anyway? [8:51]Breastfeeding and spacing babies [14:15]What’s normal? [21:30]What we are told [23:40]Milk supply and your period [25:02]What you can do to help [26:41] This week’s shout out [20:17]@crimson_doula_lene – IGhttps://www.lenesbirthservices.com *This Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Fairhaven Health Some episodes we mentioned that you should listen to (if you haven’t already) or we think you should just check them out ~ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/090-your-period-and-fertility-while-breastfeeding/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/birth-control-and-milk-supply/ The Kellymom Article~ https://kellymom.com/bf/can-i-breastfeed/herbs/natural-treatments/#calcium Set 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.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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Are you worried about taking medications while breastfeeding?Do you feel like you are having trouble transitioning into parenthood?Do you feel alone with all of this?You are definitely NOT alone.  We’ve been there. 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:Why we rant sometimes [2:05]Dr. Hale’s research [5:19]Postnatal mood disorder stats [10:33]History of anxiety / depression as a risk factor [13:37]Why you shouldn’t abruptly wean [15:23]Postpartum screening [21:19]Abby’s experience after Jack [22:30]Dianne’s experience [23:15]Transition to parenthood [26:18]Today’s Takeaway [29:57]Tips [30:26] This week’s shout out [19:23]Black Sisters Midwifery – IGhttps://www.blacksistersmidwifery.com *This Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Fairhaven Health Some episodes we mentioned that you should listen to (if you haven’t already) or we think you should just check them out ~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/134-breastfeeding-and-medications/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/052-postpartum-mood-disorders/   Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Classes / Groups~https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pumping-and-returning-to-work-how-breastpumps-can-keep-you-out-of-trouble-tickets-128032204771https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-mom-virtual-support-group-tickets-125263367103 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Are you nervous about breastfeeding in public?Have you breastfed your baby outside of your home and someone said something to you about it?Are you worried someone will say something and you aren’t sure what to do?Well…well…we have a whole course for 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.comWE HAVE TRANSCRIPTS!!  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:How Abby became the Badass Breastfeeder [6:02]When breasts have a function [8:38]Dianne’s nursing in public (NIP) research study [10:45]Traditional roles [12:49]How far have we really come? [15:22]Tips to NIP [22:03]Abby’s poll – the #1 concern [23:35]Do you have to use the nursing room? [26:57]Virginia – and how the laws were changed [31:21]Babywearing [33:37] This week’s shout out [21:23]Poll workers, mail carriers, phone workers, election workers, and everyone who made the election possible. *This Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Mama Bar Some episodes we mentioned that you should listen to (if you haven’t already) or we think you should just check them out ~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/012-nip-nursing-in-public-part-1/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/birth-control-and-milk-supply/ Articles we discussed~Abby’s NIP course  Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Classes / Groups~https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pumping-and-returning-to-work-how-breastpumps-can-keep-you-out-of-trouble-tickets-128032204771https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-mom-virtual-support-group-tickets-125263367103 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Have you received bad breastfeeding information?Has someone told you something about breastfeeding that you think is beyond questionable?Have you ever wanted to just flush that information down the toilet?Well…so do we.  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:Dianne’s first example of flushable information [7:35]Questioning ourselves [10:57]Abby’s first example of flushable information [11:24]What are reasons to wean? [11:56]Dianne’s second example [14:46]Shove of Love [16:01]Abby’s second example [22:51]Dianne’s last one [26:02]Abby’s last one [31:40]Delicate milk flowers [32:30]Can our bodies nourish our children? [36:09]  This week’s shout out [21:42]Nigeria.  The country Nigeria for increasing paid maternity leave for the specific purpose of extending breastfeeding and increasing breastfeeding rates.*This Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Mama Bar Some episodes we mentioned that you should listen to (if you haven’t already) or we think you should just check them out ~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/get-your-ads-off-of-me/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/126-milk-supply-myths-that-hurt-breastfeeding/ Articles we discussedhttps://www.aliveandthrive.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/NigeriaPolicyBriefs_Maternity.pdf  Set 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.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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Are you thinking of starting a birth control?Are you concerned it will affect your breastfeeding relationship with your baby?Are you confused about which one to choose?Listen to this week’s episode, it is all the information you need.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:Birth control and breastfeeding concerns [5:17]Breastfeeding and pregnancy [5:58]Not a “one size fits all” situation [6:53]Everyone’s hormones are different [7:04]What if you are trying to get pregnant? [10:00]Birth control options [14:27]Dianne’s suggestion [16:06]Estrogen [23:20]Copper IUD [24:17]Progestin only choices [24:52]Marena and breastfeeding…milk supply [26:24]Anecdotal info [27:11]What if birth control affects supply? [30:57]  This week’s shout out [22:02]@midwife Angelinahttps://touchofosun.com*This Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Mama Bar Some episodes we mentioned that you should listen to (if you haven’t already) or we think you should just check them out ~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/075-breastfeeding-myths/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/134-breastfeeding-and-medications/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/090-your-period-and-fertility-while-breastfeeding/ Articles we discussedhttps://kellymom.com/bf/can-i-breastfeed/meds/birthcontrol/https://kellymom.com/ages/older-infant/fertility/  Set 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.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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Have you ever been concerned that your baby wasn’t gaining well?Have you been told by someone that your milk doesn’t have enough fat?Do you worry about how much fat and calories are in your milk?Almost every breastfeeding mother experiences something like this at some point.  Listen up and get the facts. 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 gets sarcastic [5:39]Trusting the process [7:47]What NOT to read [10:26]Dianne reads the first research article on this topic [13:18]RDA’s [15:10]Dietary Intake [17:00]Parenting Science [24:37]Mammal milk differences [25:13]Bottom line research [27:05]Timed feeds and why you shouldn’t do them [29:15] This week’s shout out [22:31]Black Female Therapists on Facebook and IG *This Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Mama BarSome episodes we mentioned that you should listen to (if you haven’t already) or we think you should just check them out ~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/075-breastfeeding-myths/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/weight-gain-in-the-breastfeeding-baby/Articles we discussedhttps://www.parentingscience.com/calories-in-breast-milk.html https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/110/3/769/5528448  Set 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.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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Is your baby waking at night to breastfeed?Have you been told that this is not normal?Did you know that breastfeeding at night is important and healthy?If you want to know why night waking is important, and you are awake right now, just listen. 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 should we be doing at night? [7:07]Mixed up days and nights [8:36]Milk is different at night [10:15]Mothers get more sleep [11:16]Tryptophan benefits [14:11]Developmental changes [18:09]Pumping during the night?  Yes or no? [24:01]When can you just let your baby sleep? [28:53] This week’s shout out [23:04]Well For Culture@wellforculture *This Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and MilkiesSome episodes we mentioned that you should listen to (if you haven’t already) or we think you should just check them out ~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/bed-sharing-and-getting-sleep/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/018-co-sleeping/ Dr. James McKenna’s article mentioned in the podcast. Cosleeping and Biological Imperatives: Why Human Babies Do Not and Should Not Sleep AloneDr. James McKenna’s recommendations for safe co-sleeping. https://cosleeping.nd.edu/safe-co-sleeping-guidelines/  Set 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.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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Has anyone ever criticized your breastfeeding?Have you ever heard that breastfeeding is only for food?Has anyone ever mentioned that breastfeeding isn’t beneficial past a certain age?If your answer is HELL YES, then you will be applauding this episode.  Go listen.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 are we talking about this week? [3:41]The discussion on Abby’s IG feed [5:47]Is nursing a bad habit? [6:28]Pacifiers [14:01]Isn’t it hard to let your baby cry? [17:06]Abby gets right into it [23:09]It’s worth it [25:00]It’s impossible to spoil a child with breastfeeding [26:19]Fixing problems…who’s fixing the problems? [28:23]Working through your own stuff [32:38]  This week’s shout out [21:51]Peoples Midwife@peoplesmidwife@innercirclemidwifery *This Episode is sponsored by Original Sprout and Fairhaven Health  Some episodes we mentioned that you should listen to (if you haven’t already) or we think you should just check them out ~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/087-breastfeeding-toddlers-and-small-children/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/112-why-breastfeed-beyond-infancy/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/027-skin-to-skin/https://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/health/time-magazine-cover-shows-mom-breast-feeding-young-son-jamie-lynn-grumet-practices-attachment-parenting-article-1.1075654 Set 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.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