Breastfeeding Protest on facebook

Mellissa - posted on 08/16/2010

I breastfeed my daughter on demand until she was around 15-16 months when she decided to self wean. I breastfeed in public but always used a blanket. I wish that more people would stand up for breastfeeding because it is so beneficial to you and the baby. And the more people ban it or look down on it, the less woman will feel comfortable about it. It is a natural thing and just because our culture is against it does NOT mean we should feel ashamed for it.

Liz - posted on 08/11/2010

So I'm not against feeding, but just because it's a baby feeding doesn't mean it isn't a private area of your body. If you equate the breast with your hand or face, then should you not do the same for your vagina? Its no longer a sexual part, but a place where a baby entered the world, so does this mean that we should be showing off our other private areas too? I'm glad women aren't scared to feed in public, but there is no reason to fully expose yourself in public. My boys don't need to see some womans breast full on. And for all the pervert men, who will find this seemingly innocent time between a mom and baby, as a way to get their rocks off. I nursed in public if I had to, but was careful to not show more skin than I would normally in regular clothing. But to each her own.

Miranda - posted on 08/11/2010

LOL! I love it - not lewd, but food! Way to go to all other moms that are either breastfeeding or still supportive of us nursing mommies!

Aleeza - posted on 03/01/2009

hmmm well, my persona experience is that breastfeeding makes me resentful. it makes me feel like a dairy farm, i dislike the inability to have freedom to skip a feeding or two without my boobs hurting if i wanna enjoy a night out. it makes me uncomfortable and miserable. It also turns my husband off and kills my sex life which is very important to my marriage. so i stick with it for 6 week, than i go to formula. so, if i need help covering the 28.99 dollars a can at two cans a week because my kids only tolerate alimentum formula should the government not help me? maybe i should breastfeed and fall into a a resentful want to get out all the time depression like i did when i tried to stick with it longer with number two. its not all as clear cut as you make it seem. its not ok that others put down women who choose to bottle feed. it does not always work with everyone. i can very well breastfeed i choose not to. i am also a wic participant as i have 3 kids under 4 and need a little extra help. my husband and i both work very hard own a business and pay taxes, i deserve the formula i get. sorry to sound so harsh but i want you to understand its not always a i dont wanna kinda thing when we choose not to.

Carrie - posted on 03/01/2009

i totally agree



i tried breast feeding my twins but it was to much of a strain on me and them but my "male" friend said it should be banned in all public places as it should be classed as indecent exposure what does he know. i say good on any women who does breast feed in public it is totally natural

La - posted on 03/01/2009

I breastfeed my daughter, but when I'm going out in public I pump beforehand.  I have no problem with the idea of breastfeeding in public (if I'm going to a friends house or to visit the people at my job I will breastfeed in those places) but if I'm walking around the mall or running errands I find it easier to be able to just whip out a bottle of my milk as we are on the go.  I would not go anywhere that has been known to harass BF moms though.  I think every mom should have the option of BF in all public places without being made to feel like what she is doing is lude or obscene

Becky - posted on 03/01/2009

I use both breast and bottle to feed, and I feel very uncomfortable breastfeeding in public and have only done so a handful of times always under a blanket or cover. I envy mothers, like my friends, who feel relaxed feeding in public but I cannot cope with people watching me and seeing my breasts, feeding just feels too personal to share with total strangers! It also makes my husband uncomfortable to have others staring at me so I cover up for his benefit too. However, that said, I went to a centre parcs on hol last summer and they had special feeding areas set up for mothers and I felt very relaxed feeding with other mothers, so I wish that idea would spread!

Jamie - posted on 02/28/2009

I have to say I agree with Amanda. I breast feed my baby and would not give that up for the world. However, I do not wast the whole world to see my boob while I am feeding her. You know there area lot of sick people out there. Why would you want to show them more than needed.

User - posted on 02/26/2009

i have actually heard now that if its actually against the law to stop a women BFing in public. So as i believe its the most natural thing in the world, dont stop carry on

kim

Amanda - posted on 02/25/2009

Absolutely it is up to the person. but a boob is still a boob no matter. They make awesome nursing covers now and things to be discrete and easy. so why not. Just MY personal feeling I don't want others seeing my boob they already know I;m breastfeeding by the blanket and baby they don't need to see MY parts too. But to each their own but don't get mad if others get offended when your showing your parts in public that is THEIR choice to think it should be private. But I believe BF is the best and every mom should do it. Matter a fact I think you should not get FREE formula if you can nurse/pump talk about saving money for the gov't if you can and choose not to nurse than buy your own formula people.

Kat - posted on 02/25/2009

why would they remove bf pics? that's insane!

Tricia - posted on 02/25/2009

Amanda, in response to that comment, please let me refer you to one-of-those-women.blogspot.com.  She has quite a lengthy (and fascinating, IMHO) post about the "discrete breastfeeding" discussion.  The upshot of it is: 1) the definition of "modest" when it comes to breastfeeding is best decided by the mom doing the feeding, rather than the people around her, 2) when it is being used to feed a baby, a breast is no more a private part than a hand or a face, and 3) breastfeeding in public encourages more breastfeeding, so one of the best things breastfeeding moms can do is exercise their right to breastfeed publicly in any way they feel comfortable. 

Amanda - posted on 02/24/2009

I think BF is very important but I do think a person should cover herself in public. why show anyone else your breast it is still your private part you wouldn't pop it out in any other situation so why is it ok now cause a baby is attached. I totally support it just cover yourself.

Donna - posted on 02/22/2009

I feel very strongly about breast feeding. Supporting breastfeeding is the World Health Organisations number one guideline. WHO actively promotes breastfeeding as the best source of nourishment for infants and young children.



It saddens me that some in our society still find it offensive, yet we are bombarded with naked images of women, or women with their breasts (usually fake) falling out of their tops and that is okay.



I breastfeed when my daughter requires it and I am very discreet.

Mandy - posted on 02/20/2009

i agree with you!

i always worry someone will say something when i am breastfeeding in public, but so far no one has said anything thank goodness