Episodios

  • Using Your Breastpump
    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.

    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:

    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]


    Today’s episode is brought to you by Cimilre Breast Pumps! Cimilre breast pumps range in size from ultra tiny pumps as small as a sticky note, to fully adjustable pumps with 85 setting combinations. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.cimilrebreastpumps.com.



    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/

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    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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  • Myth Busters
    May 5 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!

    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:
    Myths can be harmful [5:08]
    Dr. Pepper [10:09]
    Herbal galactagogues [15:08]
    Infant memory [16:32]
    Calcium [22:03]
    Night feeds [27:33]
    Long stretches between pumping [34:28]

    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

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    37 m
  • Predatory Formula Marketing with Rad Moms
    Apr 28 2025

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    Predatory formula marketing.

    What is it and what can be done about it? Does
    predatory marketing mean you can’t or shouldn’t use formula? Not at all. Listen
    today and learn some eye-opening information about predatory formula
    marketing and who the biggest offender is.

    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:

    Talking marketing with Nicole [7:02]
    What is the impact on mothers? [10:48]
    Selling relief and benefits [15:26]
    So why Bobbie Formula? [21:48]
    Formula companies make money when babies don’t get breastmilk [24:00]
    What are Rad Moms? [35:59]
    What is the Back Off Bobbie campaign? [38:50]
    What if a mother chooses formula? [43:29]
    What are the goals of Rad Moms? [46:40]


    Today’s episode is brought to you by Cimilre Breast Pumps! Cimilre breast pumps range in size from ultra tiny pumps as small as a sticky note, to fully adjustable pumps with 85 setting combinations. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.cimilrebreastpumps.com.

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

    https://www.mothernurtureconsulting.com
    @radical_moms_union
    @motheringismedicine
    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/fighting-misinformation-with-radical-moms-union/

    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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    58 m
  • Neurodiversity and Breastfeeding
    Apr 21 2025

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    What is neurodiversity and what does it mean for breastfeeding? And are we
    talking about neurodivergent parents or babies? Tune in today to learn more
    about neurodiversity and how it might be impacting your breastfeeding journey,
    either for you, your baby or both of 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:
    We are talking about cool stuff today! [4:04]
    What is neurodivergent? [5:40]
    The email that brought this on [8:49]
    Is there a link between breastfeeding and autism? [13:20]
    Abby asked the internet [20:34]
    Neurodivergent breastfeeding adults [23:10]
    Breastfeeding group for autistic parents [30:05]
    Exclusive pumping for the win [33:40]


    Today’s episode is brought to you by Cimilre Breast Pumps! Cimilre breast pumps range in size from ultra tiny pumps as small as a sticky note, to fully adjustable pumps with 85 setting combinations. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.cimilrebreastpumps.com.



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

    Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1HK61LMG8S/

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

    https://www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/breastfeeding-information/diversity-in-
    breastfeeding/breastfeeding-with-neurodiversity/

    https://uslca.org/amplify/spilling-the-neurodiversi-tea-7-tips-for-supporting-neurodivergent-
    families/

    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

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    36 m
  • Partners
    Apr 14 2025

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    How is your relationship with your partner? Does your partner understand
    breastfeeding or are they put off by it? Do they support you breastfeeding in
    public? Are they worried about bonding? These topics and more will be discussed
    on today’s episode, along with some suggestions on how to help your partner feel
    heard.

    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 partners message [4:06]
    Hard to know how a baby will change your relationship [11:52]
    Are you friends with your partner? [12:20]
    Ways to bond without breastfeeding [13:10]
    Partners and PPD [16:21]
    Is breastfeeding a crutch? [19:36]
    Things you can do [28:58]
    Partners need all the information too [30:10]


    Today’s episode is brought to you by Cimilre Breast Pumps! Cimilre breast pumps range in size from ultra tiny pumps as small as a sticky note, to fully adjustable pumps with 85 setting combinations. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.cimilrebreastpumps.com.



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

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/what-do-our-partners-go-through/

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

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-and-bad-habits/

    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

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    35 m
  • Where Does Your Baby Sleep?
    Apr 7 2025

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    Where does your baby sleep? Do they start in another room? Do you have the
    safety information about where to sleep? Today Dianne and Abby discuss the
    research behind how parents and their baby’s sleep. You may be surprised at the
    results!

    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:

    Parenting is hard [3:40]
    Sleep is controversial [7:00]
    Definition of breast sleeping [9:59]
    Falling asleep while feeding is common and unplanned [12:58]
    Parents are not talking about where the baby sleeps [19:09]
    Safe Infant Sleep book [20:46]
    Baby personalities [23:25]
    Bedsharing Dos and Don’ts [24:38]
    Book giveaway [30:44]


    Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!
    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastsleeping/
    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/psychology-of-breastfeeding/

    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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    33 m
  • Feeding During the Night
    Mar 31 2025

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    Sleeping through the night and nursing during the night. What is normal? Are
    you hoping to wean your baby during the night or wait for them to self-wean?
    When will your baby sleep through the night and will they sleep if they wean? So
    many questions. Well, Abby asked the internet, so tune in today for answers.

    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:

    Email from listener [6:50]
    Abby asked the internet [8:37]
    Nighttime nursing is chaos [9:48]
    No breastfeeding doesn’t mean the baby will sleep through the night [15:35]
    Nursing to sleep is self-soothing [17:40]
    Beginning of the night waking [31:19]
    Personalities [32:50]


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

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

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-schedules/

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/the-science-of-comfort-nursing/


    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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    38 m
  • Nutrition While Breastfeeding
    Mar 24 2025

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    Do you worry about whether your diet is appropriate for breastfeeding? Do you skip meals, eat fast food or do the opposite and eat clean? Which is the best way? Listen today as Dianne and Abby discuss nutrition and learn more about what role diet plays while 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.com. You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!


    Things we talked about:

    More on jury duty [5:39]

    The email to start today’s discussion [8:25]

    Dianne pulls out the book [14:00]

    Eating a balanced diet [19:00]

    Losing weight while breastfeeding [21:23]

    How to get an extra 500 calories [25:39]

    Your body will take care of the baby [30:59]

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

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/049-exercise/

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-misconceptions/



    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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