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Breastfeeding Generations

Badass Bonnie’s nana embodies our philosophy “Once a Badass, Always a Badass.” No matter how long ago you breastfed, no matter how long you breastfed for, you are always a Badass Breastfeeder!

“Going through old photos and found a picture of my nana breastfeeding my mom. She breastfeed my mom for 24 months.  She has always been my role model and this gives me more reason!” By Badass Bonnie [Read more…]

Ask an Expert: Weaning From a Nipple Shield

By Anne Smith, IBCLC

Fan Question:

“Has anyone had any experience switching from a nipple shield to feeding without one?” [Read more…]

Breastfeeding a 4-Year-Old is Normal

By Badass Katherine, Badass Breastfeeder of the Week: Week of 4-7-14

Some people think to be “badass” you have to breastfeed topless on a crowded bus or stand on your head or hold a gun. This could not be further from the truth. The word “badass” became a part of this very early on for me. It simply symbolizes doing things our way. Questioning authority, questioning norms, questioning the mainstream. To me “badass” means being open to new information and choosing what is right for your family despite what everyone else is doing. This week’s Badass of the Week represents this. [Read more…]

My Nursing Aversion Episode

Read this post at Breastfeeding Basics!

My Nursing Aversion Episode

 

 

Breastfeeding and Open Heart Surgery

By Badass Katie, Badass Breastfeeder of the Week: 3-10-14

As most know breastfeeding can be a challenge. Try breastfeeding a baby that was born with an unknown heart defect. [Read more…]

My Nursing Aversion Episode

Read this post at Breastfeeding Basics!

My Nursing Aversion Episode 

 

 

 

Ask an Expert: Lipase

by Robin Kaplan, IBCLC

Fan Question:

“Apparently I may have ‘lipase’!! I have 400 oz in my freezer my babes (twins) won’t take? I’m bawling and depressed, my only relief is I’ve been told I may be able to donate??? Can anyone give me advice on this issue and going about donating? TIA” [Read more…]

Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex (D-MER)

By guest blogger Nichole

There was never a doubt in my mind that I would breastfeed.  My mother nursed all of her children; to me, it always seemed normal, blasé, even.  (I have a sister who is six years younger than me, and I vividly remember trying to catch milk like raindrops when I would take showers with my mother and she would let down.)  [Read more…]

Badass Breastfeeder of the Week; 2-24-14

police officer breastfeeding baby

I’m still BFing my 9 month old son.  I had to return to work when he was only 5 months. [Read more…]

Badass Jodie and Magic Jasper – Badass Breastfeeder of the week; 2-10-14

Jodie breastfeeds Jasper after surgery

I am very new to your page, but I love the positive vibes, which is why I sent the photo of me trying to calm my baby, Jasper, with boobie milk [Read more…]