Badass Breastfeeding Podcast

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 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

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Medications. When it comes to breastfeeding and medications, what is safe and what’s not? Can you safely breastfeed your baby when you are taking a medication? Today Dianne and Abby talk about some popular medications and whether or not breastfeeding is safe while you are taking them. If you are a new listener, we would love to hear f...

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Medications. When it comes to breastfeeding and medications, what is safe and what’s not? Can you safely breastfeed your baby when you are taking a medication? Today Dianne and Abby talk about some popular medications and whether or not breastfeeding is safe while you are taking them. If you are a new listener, we would love to hear f...

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! Join our Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Have you ever been called for Jury Duty? What about being called to Jury Duty as a breastfeeding mother? What can you do about this? Listen today as Dianne and Abby discuss a specific situation and give some tips on what to do if you were to get called to serve as a juror for Jury Duty. If you are a new listener, we would ...

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode! We never seem to get enough sleep – and we never seem to get enough episodes on sleep. This is a presentation from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine on bedsharing. Listen up and learn what the medical professionals have to say. 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 badassbreastfeedingpodcas...

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Today, Dianne and Abby are discussing inductions, and what happens if you are induced and separated from your baby. This can be a very stressful situation, so having the information is important. If you are expecting to be induced, this is the episode for you. If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Ple...

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis week, Dianne and Abby get into maternal separation anxiety. What happens when you don’t want to be separated from your baby? What if it causes you anxiety to be apart? Dianne and Abby have some tips to help you through it. Listen in today! If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leav...

Transcribed - Published: 20 January 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis week, Dianne and Abby discuss a research article that debunks the idea of growth spurts. How do you feel about growth spurts? Is this a thing? Listen in today as Dianne and Abby discuss the idea of growth spurts, and get their opinion on what happens with your milk supply. If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you...

Transcribed - Published: 13 January 2025

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastDo you have life insurance? Or have you ever considered getting life insurance? This week, Dianne and Abby step away from breastfeeding (only for a minute!) and talk with you about something important for the future of your family. Don’t miss this episode Your Family Your Legacy founder Whitney Thompkins! If you are a new listen...

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 30 December 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastHas your baby ever been fussy when you were trying to feed them? And then the next feeding they were fine. What’s the difference? Why is this happening? Today Dianne and Abby talk a little bit about why your baby may have times when they are fussy during feedings and how you can help them to feed better. If you are a new listener, we would ...

Transcribed - Published: 23 December 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastBreastfeeding after a cesarean delivery? Is it different than after a vaginal birth? Absolutely. But how? Listen today as Dianne and Abby discuss breastfeeding after cesarean (listener request!) and how you can get through it. If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leaving us a re...

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Nursing aversion is a breastfeeding phenomenon that is really not discussed much. There is limited research out there in the world. So, what happens with nursing aversion and how can you get through it? Learn more about it on today’s episode. If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider ...

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast The internet is full of great information. But it’s also full of crap. Today, Dianne and Abby share some internet information that is both good and bad. Tied into this episode is also some messages from fantastic listeners like you! If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leaving us a rev...

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis is a topic that keeps coming up. Cavities. Will breastfeeding cause cavities in your baby’s teeth? Listen today and Dianne and Abby discuss the research behind whether human milk is destructive to human teeth. Don’t miss this episode! If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leaving u...

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastSleep. We all just want to get some sleep. But what is normal for your baby? This week, we have Rebecca Michi on the podcast-an expert on infant sleep. Learn why your baby is not sleeping and what you should expect with infant sleep. If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leaving us a re...

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastAre you looking to get your baby on a schedule but not sure where to begin? Listen today as Dianne and Abby discuss schedules and routines, when to start them and tips for making things a little easier. 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: 11 November 2024

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

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Milk Bank Challengehttps://share.conceiveabilities.com/thebadassbreastfeederJoin our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastWhat happens when you need to leave your breastfeeding baby while you take a trip? Is this even possible? Today, Dianne and Abby discuss traveling without the baby and how to prepare your baby for the separation. This is a must listen if you ever need to travel wit...

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastCan you still breastfeed your baby when you have been involved in an emergency or natural disaster? Absolutely. In fact, breastfeeding is necessary during these difficult times. Listen in today as Dianne and Abby tell you why and give you tips for how you can keep breastmilk safe during an emergency.If you are a new listener, we would love to he...

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Milk Bank Challengehttps://share.conceiveabilities.com/thebadassbreastfeederJoin our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastYou’re breastfeeding your baby, but what happens if your baby gets sick? What if they don’t want to breastfeed? How do you handle it when illness happens? Listen in today as Dianne and Abby talk about different common illnesses you may come across and how to contin...

Transcribed - Published: 14 October 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Milk Bank Challengehttps://share.conceiveabilities.com/thebadassbreastfeederJoin our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastToday on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby talk about the Psychological barriers to breastfeeding and breastfeeding obstacles. Have you encountered any obstacles when breastfeeding? Listen in today to hear more about breastfeeding barriers and what you ca...

Transcribed - Published: 7 October 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastToday on the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast, Dianne and Abby talk about the psychological effects of breastfeeding. Learn more about the interesting stuff your body is capable of when you are breastfeeding. Abby also reads some messages with questions. Don’t miss out! If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Plea...

Transcribed - Published: 30 September 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastAre you in the 4th trimester, struggling with infant sleep? Are you wondering what is normal and whether your baby should be sleeping longer? Sleep is such a difficult subject when it comes to babies. Today Dianne and Abby talk about what is normal for the 4th trimester and what is normal for babies when it comes to sleep. If you are a new ...

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Listen in for some more tips and information about what to do when night time comes around and you just want to hold on to whatever sanity you have left. 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 sen...

Transcribed - Published: 16 September 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastDo you get a “doomsday” feeling when you start to breastfeed? Have you ever felt that something just isn’t right with breastfeeding? You may be experiencing D-MER. Listen today as Dianne and Abby discuss D-MER and what you can do to help manage it. If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leavin...

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastHave you ever heard something about breastfeeding and wondered if it were true? Today Dianne and Abby are talking about lies that surface when talking about breastfeeding. Have you heard any of these lies? 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 e...

Transcribed - Published: 2 September 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastDoes your baby spit up? Are you worried that they are spitting up too much or too often? What’s normal? Listen today as Dianne and Abby talk about spitting up, what is normal and ways you can help your baby. Don’t miss it! If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leaving us a review on iTunes or...

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastToday Dianne and Abby are talking with Andrea from Instinctual Mothering and Radical Moms Union about formula marketing. You definitely don’t want to 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 badassb...

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastHave you ever tried giving breastfeeding advice to another parent? How did that go? Today Dianne and Abby discuss a specific situation when a listener tried to give breastfeeding advice to her sister. Listen to get all the details on how that worked out! If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider ...

Transcribed - Published: 12 August 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastAre you considering giving your baby a cup but not sure how or when? Have you tried bottles, but your baby isn’t taking to it? Then today’s episode is for you. Listen today as Dianne and Abby talk about when to introduce a cup to your baby and discuss how to introduce a bottle to your baby. If you are a new listener, we would l...

Transcribed - Published: 5 August 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastHave you ever considered the double standard that is sexualizing breasts? Listen today as Dianne and Abby break down the sexualization of breasts and discuss how society sees breasts and 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 su...

Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcast Listen in today as Abby talks with Lyndsey Hookway about Breastfeeding the Brave. You don’t want to miss this important and eye opening 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...

Transcribed - Published: 22 July 2024

Submit your question and we’ll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastListen today as Abby has a fascinating interview with Dr. V about birth and breastfeeding. You don’t want to miss 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 y...

Transcribed - Published: 8 July 2024