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There’s a survival guide for almost everything.  Well, here is your breastfeeding survival guide for the 4th trimester!  Today Dianne and Abby give you some tips for getting breastfeeding off to a great start and to keep you going through the first few months.

 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!

 

Things we talked about:

Breastfeeding on cue [6:33]

Breast storage capacity [11:22]

Normal soreness vs. a bad latch [15:28]

How to tell if your baby is getting enough milk [23:41]

Diaper output [26:46]

What should or can you eat? [33:28]

You don’t need to drink a lot of water [35:38]

This episode is sponsored by: Dianne Cassidy Consulting 

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/safe-co-sleeping/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-in-the-4th-trimester/

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

Join our Patreon Community!

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How can you maintain your milk supply?

Or do you really need to worry about this?  Today we talk about how to maintain supply, and situations where you may need to do this.

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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!

Things we talked about:

Why isn’t this info in health class? [2:49]

Should you worry about maintaining supply? [7:28]

One of the big parts of maintaining supply [11:08]

Keeping the baby close for night feeds [13:45]

Supply and demand [14:50]

Maintain/Stimulate [17:30]

Birth control [18:13]

Flange size [21:13]

Hands on pumping [28:09]

Build a relationship with your pump [32:33]

Skipped feeds over time [34:36]

Solids, medical procedures, illness, nursing strikes [35:38]

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/overfeeding/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/birth-control-and-milk-supply/

http://www.nancymohrbacher.com/articles/2012/6/27/to-pump-more-milk-use-hands-on-pumping.html

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

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A few weeks ago, we talked about tips for breastfeeding a newborn.  Today we are talking about tips to breastfeeding an infant.  Will they be the same tips?  Tune 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!

Things we talked about:

Over 3 months or so [5:48]

Skin to skin [6:12]

Feeding on demand [10:39]

Feeding is not just about the nutrition [13:46]

Be careful what you see on the internet and on social media [21:20]

Taking care of you [28:53]

Pump if you give a bottle [29:00]

Creating a safe bedsharing space [33:19]

Call a lactation consultant [35:34]

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/all-those-baby-and-breastfeeding-apps/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/safe-co-sleeping/

 https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/the-magic-of-skin-to-skin/

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

Join our Patreon Community!

https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast

Have you ever heard of separation anxiety?  What causes it?  And how can you help your baby if they are showing signs of separation anxiety?  Today on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby discuss separation anxiety, and what to do if you are experiencing separation anxiety with 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!

 

Things we talked about:

Alcohol question [3:27]

Sign of secure attachment [9:23]

Abby’s plant analogy [13:12]

Fostering attachment [14:12]

Separation anxiety is developmentally normal [17:51]

When does it start [20:32]

What causes it [21:50]

What can you do about it [25:07]

Things that can make it worse [30:50]

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/breastfeeding-in-the-4th-trimester/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-after-4-months/

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

Join our Patreon Community!

https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast

If someone were to ask you how they can successfully breastfeed their baby, what would you tell them? Today on the Podcast Dianne and Abby offer 5 tips to successfully breastfeeding your newborn baby.  Is your favorite tip part of this list?  Reach out to Dianne and Abby with your best tips to breastfeeding a newborn!

 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!

 
Things we talked about:

Skin to skin [4:54]

Undressing baby for feeds [8:56]

Avoiding bottles [13:02]

Suggestions for caretakers [16:53]

Breastfeed on demand [21:53]

Rest when you can [24:00]

Call a lactation consultant [33:12]

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.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Mamma’s Liquid Love! Mamma’s Liquid Love handcrafts breastmilk (or umbilical cord, placenta, hair, ashes) jewelry. They’ve crafted over 25,000 pieces in 10 years. Use code BADASS for 10% off you order at www.mammasliquidlove.com.

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/safe-co-sleeping/

 https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/normal-newborn-behavior/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/common-newborn-questions/

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

Join our Patreon Community!

https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast

 Do you think you will ever have to leave your baby with family, friends, or daycare?  Most families will have to leave their baby at some point.   Today Dianne and Abby talk about some important things to remember if you have to leave your baby with someone else.   Don’t miss 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!

 Things we talked about:

It’s hard to. Leave your baby [5:48]

It can be hard to say something to people who are watching your baby [8:50]

Overfeeding is common [11:42]

The daycare report card [16:49]

Paced feeding [21:30]

How much milk to l eave [26:35]

This is not permanent [34:30]

Babies taking – or not taking- a bottle [35:40]

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.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Mamma’s Liquid Love! Mamma’s Liquid Love handcrafts breastmilk (or umbilical cord, placenta, hair, ashes) jewelry. They’ve crafted over 25,000 pieces in 10 years. Use code BADASS for 10% off you order at www.mammasliquidlove.com.

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/introducing-bottles-to-a-breastfed-baby/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/overfeeding/

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 

Join our Patreon Community!

https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast

Have you ever considered taking your baby to a pediatric chiropractor?  Or a feeding therapist?  Today Dianne and Abby talk about some other professionals who can help with infant feeding, not just lactation consultants. Check it 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!

 

Things we talked about:

Request from listener [10:02]

Infant chiropractic [22:27]

Feeding therapy [23:27]

Tongue tie release help [23:27]

Help with bottle feeds [24:26]

Swallowing dysfunction/disorganized [26:17]

Cranial sacral therapy [29:31]

Less invasive care [33:23]

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.

  
Today's episode is sponsored by Mamma's Liquid Love! Mamma's Liquid Love handcrafts breastmilk (or umbilical cord, placenta, hair, ashes) jewelry. They've crafted over 25,000 pieces in 10 years. Use code BADASS for 10% off you order at www.mammasliquidlove.com. 

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-in-public/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-birth-impacts-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

Join our Patreon Community!

https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast

It’s been a while…but they are back.  Myths!  Do not miss this week’s myths episode chock full of crazy new myths that will make you shake your head.  Enjoy listening!

 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!

Things we talked about:

We haven’t done myths in a while! [5:12]

Making less milk over time [6:02]

Bacteria [9:05]

Curdled milk [12:39]

Black tea [15:55]

Daycare [20:45]

Butter [26:20]

Measuring milk supply with pumping [30:33]

Breastmilk vs food after a year [33:03]

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.

Today’s episode is sponsored by BoobieJuice! BoobieJuice freeze dries your very own breast milk into shelf stable powder that you can take on the go. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.boobiejuice.com.

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-breastmilk-changes-with-your-child/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/dealing-with-daycare/

 

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

Join our Patreon Community!

https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast

Breastfeeding and baby apps.  Do you use one or did you use one and ditch it?  Today listen to what Dianne and Abby have to say about apps, which ones are good and which ones are problematic.  Oh yeah, and what the research says, 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!

Things we talked about:

There are so many apps [10:39]

What is the app telling us? [11:10]

Research [15:50]

Security [16:30]

Evidence based app [21:30]

Pump log apps [25:50]

It’s just one more thing to do [28:40]

Creating more anxiety [31:50]

Storage capacity [32:49]

 
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.

Today's episode is sponsored by BoobieJuice! BoobieJuice freeze dries your very own breast milk into shelf stable powder that you can take on the go. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.boobiejuice.com.


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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/133-guilt-with-breastfeeding/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/062-feeling-guilty/

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

Join our Patreon Community!

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Do you ever feel guilty?  Maybe from parenting, or how you choose to raise your baby or how you choose to feed them?  It can become a vicious cycle.  Listen today as Dianne and Abby discuss guilt and offer tips to coping with feeling guilty. 

 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!

Things we talked about:

Some characteristics of parent guilt [5:03]

Feeling guilt as a first-time parent [8:09]

Societal and social media [11:17]

Causes of mom guilt [14:00]

Differing parenting styles [20:49]

Feeling bored with your kids [22:16]

Criticism [22:56]

Wanting to go to work [26:00]

Striving to be perfect [27:00]

Deciding between breast and formula feeding [28:06]

Screen time [30:27]

Ways to help cope with guilt [34:34]

Today’s episode is sponsored by Cake Maternity. Cake Maternity stocks one of the largest ranges of maternity and nursing bras. Visit www.cakematernity.com and use code BADASS15 for 15% off!

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/133-guilt-with-breastfeeding/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/062-feeling-guilty/

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

Join our Patreon Community!

https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast

Did you realize that birth can be connected to breastfeeding and breastfeeding problems?  Have you experienced this or know anyone who has experienced breastfeeding problems due to birth problems?  It’s not uncommon.  Today Dianne and Abby talk about how birth can impact breastfeeding 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 [email protected].  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!

Things we talked about:

Breastfeeding and birth are connected [4:10]

Feeling disconnected [5:40]

Pitocin [7:30]

Epidurals [10:22]

Fluid and flat nipples [12:28]

Baby’s second night [16:00]

Traumatic birth [22:20]

Blood pressure issues [26:36]

Cesarean delivery [28:38]

Interventions lead to interventions [35:11]

 
Today’s episode is brought to you by Peapod Mats! Say goodbye to troublesome milk puddles with our 100% leak-proof and super absorbent mats. Use code BADASS for 15% off at www.peapodmats.com! Code valid through March 10, 2024. 

Today’s episode is brought to you by BoobieJuice! BoobieJuice freeze dries your very own breast milk into shelf stable powder that you can take on the go. Use code BADASS for 15% off your order to freeze dry your breast milk. 

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

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/antenatal-hand-expression-of-colostrum/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/cesarean-births-and-breastfeeding/

https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/how-birth-interventions-affect-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