Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Have you experienced any of these common breastfeeding problems? If so, what did you do about it? Today Dianne and Abby are taking some of the most common breastfeeding problems and giving you the answers. Tune in! If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leaving us a review on itunes or sendin...

Transcribed - Published: 29 December 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Are you an exclusive pumper (EP)? This is YOUR episode. Today Dianne and Abby are sharing listener stories about EP. Listen up to feel empowered about your journey. 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 ...

Transcribed - Published: 22 December 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com. Sore nipples. What can you do if you are experiencing soreness or pain with breastfeeding? Don’t s...

Transcribed - Published: 17 December 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is brought to you by Simple Wishes. Simple Wishes offers hands-free pumping and nursing bras as well as a wide range of nursing clothing. Owned by badass breastfeeding moms in California. Use code BADASS for 50% off at www.simplewishes.com.It’s the holidays. Are you ready for it? How do you handle the holidays with a breastfeedi...

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com. How can you be sure to establish a good milk supply after your baby is born? Listen in today as Di...

Transcribed - Published: 10 December 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is brought to you by Simple Wishes. Simple Wishes offers hands-free pumping and nursing bras as well as a wide range of nursing clothing. Owned by badass breastfeeding moms in California. Use code BADASS for 50% off at www.simplewishes.com. We asked the internet for the best breastfeeding tips, and we are sharing them with you today! ...

Transcribed - Published: 8 December 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com. We have talked about breastfeeding schedules before, but not about pumping schedules. When should ...

Transcribed - Published: 3 December 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is brought to you by Simple Wishes. Simple Wishes offers hands-free pumping and nursing bras as well as a wide range of nursing clothing. Owned by badass breastfeeding moms in California. Use code BADASS for 50% off at www.simplewishes.com. Colostrum is so very important for your baby. But why? Why is this unique liquid gold vital for...

Transcribed - Published: 1 December 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Does it seem like everything your baby does is a feeding cue? Of course it does. Tune in today as Dianne and Abby discuss cues, and how to really tell if your baby is hungry. 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 comment...

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com. Do you know the difference between primary and secondary engorgement? This week’s episode is all a...

Transcribed - Published: 19 November 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is brought to you by Simple Wishes. Simple Wishes offers hands-free pumping and nursing bras as well as a wide range of nursing clothing. Owned by badass breastfeeding moms in California. Use code BADASS for 50% off at www.simplewishes.com. Primary and secondary low milk supply. What is the difference between these 2 things? Listen in...

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com. Do you know your breastmilk storage capacity? Did you even know that your breasts have a breastmil...

Transcribed - Published: 12 November 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is brought to you by Simple Wishes. Simple Wishes offers hands-free pumping and nursing bras as well as a wide range of nursing clothing. Owned by badass breastfeeding moms in California. Use code BADASS for 50% off at www.simplewishes.com. Vitamin D has been a controversy for a long time. Do you need to give Vitamin D to your baby? I...

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is brought to you by Simple Wishes. Simple Wishes offers hands-free pumping and nursing bras as well as a wide range of nursing clothing. Owned by badass breastfeeding moms in California. Use code BADASS for 50% off at www.simplewishes.com. Foremilk and hindmilk has been confusing people for a while now. What does it mean and how can ...

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is brought to you by Simple Wishes. Simple Wishes offers hands-free pumping and nursing bras as well as a wide range of nursing clothing. Owned by badass breastfeeding moms in California. Use code BADASS for 50% off at www.simplewishes.com. What do you know about cannabis and breastfeeding? There isn’t a lot of research out there, but...

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is brought to you by Simple Wishes. Simple Wishes offers hands-free pumping and nursing bras as well as a wide range of nursing clothing. Owned by badass breastfeeding moms in California. Use code BADASS for 50% off at www.simplewishes.com. What does breastfeeding look like after a year? Breastfeeding seems so structured when babies a...

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is brought to you by Simple Wishes. Simple Wishes offers hands-free pumping and nursing bras as well as a wide range of nursing clothing. Owned by badass breastfeeding moms in California. Use code BADASS for 50% off at www.simplewishes.com. Dianne and Abby have the trivia cards out again today! Test your breastfeeding knowledge along ...

Transcribed - Published: 13 October 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com. Chances are you have received conflicting information about breastfeeding after you had your bab...

Transcribed - Published: 6 October 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com. Are you still breastfeeding and planning on having your next baby? How will that work? How doe...

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com. Did you know that you could be at risk for depressive symptoms when you wean? Why does this happen...

Transcribed - Published: 22 September 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Join us in Indianapolis! https://babies-and-bumps.com/ 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. If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider ...

Transcribed - Published: 15 September 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast This week’s episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you’ll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com. Are you planning to travel with your breastmilk? How do you even travel with breastmilk? Can you f...

Transcribed - Published: 8 September 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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! 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 c...

Transcribed - Published: 1 September 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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! 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, w...

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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 t...

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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 iT...

Published: 11 August 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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 sugg...

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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 ...

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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. How much do you know about breastfeeding? Test your knowledge today as Dianne and Abby do Brea...

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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. Oversupply or Hyperlactation. What does it mean to have an oversupply? And how do you know if yo...

Transcribed - Published: 14 July 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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. Weaning. How do you know when to wean? What is you are ready, but your baby isn’t? Or if your ...

Transcribed - Published: 7 July 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Cluster feeding. What is it, and what have you done to deserve this chaos? Listen up, learn why it happens and tips to make life a little easier while it happens. 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 episode...

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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 someone tell you that you should have your baby on a schedule? Do you feel like your...

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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. Exercise and breastfeeding. What’s the rule? How soon after having a baby can you get back into yo...

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast When you have a newborn, it’s easy to find breastfeeding information. But what happens when you are breastfeeding an older baby, and you run into a roadblock? That information is a little harder to find. Today Dianne and Abby are talking about common issues that may arise after 6 months and how to get past them. If you are a new listener, we woul...

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast We get lots of messages in lots of different places. Today’s episode comes from a message left on You Tube. Have you ever felt like your baby might not be feeding well? Are you afraid that your baby isn’t getting enough milk at times? Listen in today as we discuss these common concerns. If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you.&nbs...

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Biting. We are revisiting biting. Are you worried about biting or has your baby bit you during a feed? Listen in today as Dianne and Abby talk more about biting, how you can stay ahead of it and what to do if it happens. 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 w...

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Do you have any breastfeeding fears? Is there something you were afraid of when you started breastfeeding? Listen in today as Dianne and Abby discuss common breastfeeding fears. See if your fear is on the list. 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 s...

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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 su...

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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 he...

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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...

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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 le...

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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 l...

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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 sen...

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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 ...

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast 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 yo...

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast It can be so discouraging if your baby is not gaining enough weight. But what’s normal? Listen in today as Dianne and Abby discuss weight gain in the breastfed baby and what you can expect to be “normal” (whatever that means!). Have you experienced this with your baby? If so, we want to hear about your experience! If you a...

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast What is your favorite baby item? What do you think was a waste of money? Abby asked the internet and got hundreds of responses. We won’t talk about all of them on the podcast, but we will talk about a lot of them. Tune in today to hear all about what is the most useful baby product! If you are a new listener, we woul...

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Are you planning to return to work before your baby is a year old? What is your plan? If you are transitioning to work and you are nervous about making this transition, this is the episode for you. Listen today as Dianne and Abby help answer all the questions about returning to work. If you are a new listener, we would lo...

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Are you wearing a nursing bra that’s uncomfortable? And what about a pumping bra? Is this something you are using, or do you manually hold your flanges? There is not enough time in the world for wearing an uncomfortable bra! Check out this week’s episode as Abby talks with Amanda, owner of Davin and Adley and designer of nursing...

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2025