Episodes

  • REPLAY - Is Baby Sleeping Through the Night Yet?
    Sep 15 2025

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    On today’s episode, we discuss sleep from an evolutionary and anthropological perspective. You will learn about sleep stages and why it’s important to know if there are tigers nearby. Don’t miss it.

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    Things we talked about:

    The baby registry should be for parents [7:22]

    The story of Dr. Jen

    Is your baby sleeping through the night? [13:10]

    Stage 4 sleep [14:12]

    REM Sleep [14:58]

    Adults wake 5-8 times a night [15:50]

    Benefit to sleeping near mother [22:50]

    80% of parents say their 1-year-old has sleep issues [23:32]

    Independence [24:46]

    Preventing deep sleep [31:15]

    Moral implications from normal baby behaviors [32:30]

    Today’s episode is brought to you by Limerick. Limerick’s double electric pumps have patented ComfortTouch®Technology. You can use code BADASS at www.limerickinc.com for 25% off your purchase!


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

    Dr. Jen's website (see "infants" link for Is Your Baby Sleeping Through the Night yet? And see "Soap Box" link for other blog posts)

    http://www.drjen4kids.com/

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

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-sleep-expectations-versus-reality/

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    https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/


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    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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    41 mins
  • Traveling with Breastmilk
    Sep 8 2025

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    Are you planning to travel with your breastmilk? How do you even travel with
    breastmilk? Can you fly with it or is it better to drive? Listen in today as Dianne
    and Abby break it all down, with the help of a Badass listener.

    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:

    Shout out to Puerto Rico [5:50]
    The travel email [10:10]
    Dry ice and flying [15:13]
    TSA rules for flying [24:28]
    Traveling is stressful [33:13]
    Milk Stork [33:34]

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

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/102-pumping-and-traveling-with-breast-milk/

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/2790/

    Set up your consultation with Dianne
    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/


    Check out Dianne’s blog here:
    https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/


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    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 mins
  • Plugs, Mastitis & Abscess
    Sep 1 2025

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    Plugged milk ducts, mastitis and abscess. They sound awful. What should you do
    if you get one of these, or all of these? Listen to this important episode today so
    you can learn what to do if you get a plugged milk duct, mastitis or an abscess.
    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:

    Revolution Parenting [1:37]
    Question about milk storage [6:07]
    Plugs- what are they [10:05]
    NO massaging! [13:15]
    Feed and pump like you normally would [15:57]
    Mastitis [17:05]
    The abscess story [20:54]
    Don’t be afraid to breastfeed! [34:25]

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

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/oversupply-2/

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/preventing-mastitis/

    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 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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    35 mins
  • Getting a Good Latch
    Aug 25 2025

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    Latching. It’s the basis of a good breastfeeding relationship. But how do you
    know if your baby has a good latch? Listen in today as Dianne and Abby discuss
    latching, what constitutes a good latch and what is a bad latch.

    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:
    Latching is where it all begins [9:00]
    Painful latch [9:55]
    Position for a deep latch [13:27]
    Breast support [15:30]
    Babies need help [17:38]
    Wide open mouth [25:05]
    Tight muscles [26:42]
    Help with coordination [27:22]
    Helping a sleepy baby feed [30:30]
    Feeds take longer in the beginning [33:31]

    Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!
    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/043-babies-that-wont-dont-latch/

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/latch-regression/

    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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    37 mins
  • Breastfeeding Supplements
    Aug 18 2025

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    Have you seen advertisements for milk supply supplements? Things like herbal
    supplements and lactation cookies? Have you ever wondered if they work? Today
    Dianne and Abby discuss supplements, what works, and they breakdown a recent
    study for you about a popular herb used for milk supply. 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 badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to our
    list and have episodes sent right to your inbox!


    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 BADASS for 15% off!



    Things we talked about:
    Supplements are all over the internet [8:01]
    Medications [10:58]
    Fenugreek [13:06]
    Placebo affect is real [17:06]
    Do you feel like they are helping? [20:50]
    The Moringa study [21:38]
    Dosage [23:20]
    Supplements are not regulated [24:15]
    Lactation cookies and brownies [26:17]
    Is it truly a milk supply problem? [27:50]

    Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!
    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/crushing-breastfeeding-myths-in-2023/
    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/separation-anxiety/

    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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    35 mins
  • Gassy Babies
    Aug 11 2025

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    Is your gassy baby fussy and miserable? Do they have trouble getting gas out?
    This is all perfectly normal, and today on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast Dianne
    and Abby talk about why gas makes babies so miserable and the things you can
    do 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!


    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 BADASS for 15% off!


    Things we talked about:
    If it doesn’t feel right… [7:50]
    Gassy babies [9:47]
    Crying [12:34]
    Foods you eat [15:18]
    Formula and Bottles [18:00]
    Stuff on the market [22:32]
    Things you can do [24:00]
    Re-cap [30:56]

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

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

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-myths-to-put-in-the-garbage/

    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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    35 mins
  • Slow Gaining Babies
    Aug 4 2025

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    Did your baby gain weight quickly or did they gain slowly? Today Dianne and
    Abby talk about babies who gain slower, and how to determine if they need
    intervention or not. Don’t miss this informative 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:
    Kids Eat in Color on IG [6:40]
    The message behind the episode [10:10]
    Babies do best at breastfeeding [14:50]
    Triple feeding [23:10]
    Things to look for [25:00]
    How long should the baby be on the breast? [28:00]
    How to know baby is getting what they need [34:20]

    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 BADASS for 15% off!


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

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/triple-feeding/

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/signs-breastfeeding-is-going-well/

    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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    37 mins
  • Body Changes
    Jul 28 2025

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    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.


    Did you know that you may experience some body changes whole breastfeeding?
    Some you may have already noticed, and some might not happen until later.
    Listen in today as Dianne and Abby talk about the changes your body might
    experience when breastfeeding and what you can do 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:

    Skin to skin and bonding [4:15]
    Question about feeding on demand with bottles [10:02]
    Not getting your period [12:36]
    Uterus pain [15:38]
    Not feeling full [24:10]
    Size changes [25:15]
    Weight loss [27:36]
    Vaginal dryness [35:32]

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

    https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/071-overfeeding-paced-bottle-feeding/

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


    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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    36 mins