My name is Katie, and I officially became a super listener (Badass Breastfeeding Podcast) after my first son was born in 2022 — thanks in large part to my sister, who inspired me with her own breastfeeding journey and introduced me to your podcast. I feel so lucky to have had her in my life, and I believe her experience helped shape mine. Whenever a friend tells me they want to breastfeed, the first thing I do is send them your podcast. The stories, the advice, the encouragement is all so valuable. You’ve both inspired me to learn more, trust myself, and keep moving forward.
[Read more…]Breastfeeding at 56 years old – Penny’s story
Written by Badass Penny
I discovered Badass Breastfeeding Podcast while desperately searching for a supportive voice and education on my breastfeeding journey.
As a first-time mom at the age of 56 I already face a lot of judgment just for having a child so late in life. I have received so much conflicting information of what I should and shouldn’t do. After having a c-section with my son I got a slow start on breastfeeding. At my lowest I was a complete wreck, sobbing and feeling like a total failure.
[Read more…]The Cimilre S6/S6+ Breast Pump
The Cimilre S6/S6+ at a glance.
One of the great things about the S6 and S6+ is the adjustable cycle speeds and suction strength in BOTH modes. This helps pumpers really fine tune the settings based on what’s right for their body both when first looking for a letdown (Massage Mode) and throughout the entire pump session (Expression Mode). With 25 settings in Massage Mode and 60 settings in Expression Mode, there are a total of 85 setting combinations of suction and strength to choose from!
[Read more…]Breastfeeding and Working: Fighting For Pump Breaks
By Erin
I have five children. I have breastfed for a total of 10.5 years (and counting!). I am a LLL leader and former doula. I am also a Chicago Police Officer. My two youngest children were born after I made the switch from birthwork to police work. While the fields are very different in almost every way, they have a commonality of bearing witness to people in times of great intimacy and I (usually) feel proud to have held both of these titles.
[Read more…]Making it through breastfeeding hurdles
By Kerinne Werts
I just want to start by saying that I am in love with your podcast. It’s so informative and raw! I know I’m a few years behind but I’m so glad I found it! I have been working in Human Resources for the last 4 years but have recently started working my way to becoming a Breastfeeding Specialist.
Here is my long story!
I had my son on Saturday, April 10th, 2021. Even before I was pregnant, I knew breastfeeding was something I wanted to do. I researched as much as I possibly could and I’m glad I did because I never once saw a Lactation Consultant, nor was I offered one or given any resources for one. At my 37 week check up, we found that my son stopped growing at 35 weeks due to placental insufficiency. I ended up being induced the very next day. While in the hospital, I told them that I did not plan to feed right from the breast but that I did want to pump. After delivering my son and doing skin to skin, he found my nipple all on his own and just went to town. I was amazed! The nurse came in and immediately questioned me on why he was latched, I simply said, “he did it all on his own and I’m not taking him off.”
Breastfeeding through open heart surgery
By Danilelle DuFoe
First of all, I just want to send my DEEPEST appreciation and thanks to you for your Badass Breastfeeding Podcast. I had a picture of what my breastfeeding journey would look like, and it did not turn out like I “expected” at all. Your podcast has truly helped me on my 11.5 month exclusive pumping journey. My baby- Remi Jean- needed open heart surgery in January 2022, so in my opinion, formula was NOT going to be good enough for her tiny body, as she also was diagnosed at birth with down syndrome, and sent home from the NICU with a feeding tube. I was told by multiple doctors that my milk was not enough calories for her (20kcal) and we were given a ‘free’ can of supplemental formula, which I did not continue giving her, because I knew my milk would change as she needed it.
