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…]
I support a woman’s right to choose what is best for her and her family. I support women who choose to cover when breastfeeding in public even though I choose not to. I support women who choose to use formula or to wean their babies even though this is not something that I personally choose. I genuinely believe that true empowerment comes when a woman has access to information and is able to make her own choice. I believe that empowerment is about the ability to choose, not the choice itself. [Read more…]
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…]
by Wendy Wisner, IBCLC
Fan Question:
“Can you do the 10 Day Green Smoothie Cleanse while breastfeeding? Thanks in advance!” [Read more…]
by Nancy Mohrbacher, IBCLC, FILCA
Fan Question:
“I’m demand feeding my week old and having a lot of pain. His latch looks fine. I am nursing through the cracks and pain and using lanolin. Please help! Is there anything else I could be doing? He is nursing 15 to 20 minutes on each side most feedings, but the pain is like a pinchy stabbing pain that is really intense. Is this something that will get better? My daughter never latched so I pumped for her and my son never really took to nursing, so I also pumped for him. This is all new to me and I am hoping it works this time.” [Read more…]
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…]
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…]
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…]
