Breastfeeding In Public

African American mothers have the lowest breastfeeding rates compared with other ethnic groups in America (Lowe, 2011). Therefore, without having the benefits of breastfeeding, African American children tend to have a higher risk of getting infectious and chronic diseases throughout their lifespan (Eidelman & Schanler, 2012).

People debate about whether mothers should be allowed to breastfeed in public without covering up. While some mothers embrace the open breastfeeding, there are still mothers who prefer a little coverage while they breastfeed. Baby carriers provide the cover that breastfeeding moms need. The wrap, sling, and pouch style wraps are excellent for breastfeeding because they allow you to adjust them without removing the baby from the carrier. All it takes is a little bit of loosening and the baby is then carries in a more natural positions that allows to better latching. Mothers can feel comfortable because baby carriers are very

Breastfeeding in public has been a big thing this year for many different reasons. It's offensive to others in public because we don't live in a society today where it's okay to show our boobs or cleavage. Breast feeding should be a crime for being done in public. Its disgusting and there is so many more places to breastfeed instead of infront of everybody. Women should go in a bathroom stall for an hour and just sit there while they feed their child because that's the most sanitized place ever.

Breastfeeding in public is very hot in the media right now. Mothers everywhere are being shamed for feeding their babies in public even though it is what's best for the mothers and the babies. “Breast milk contains antibodies that protect infants from bacteria and viruses. Breastfed children have fewer ear, respiratory…” (Legislatures). Instead of verbally abusing the women who breastfeed in public other ladies need to support the new mothers by knowing what the law states about breastfeeding in public and protecting the mother’s rights.

The act of breastfeeding has never made me feel uncomfortable; I have always viewed it as a natural activity necessary for a child’s health. After the incident at the pool happened almost a year and a half ago, the question always lingered in my mind about why it’s so upsetting that mother’s nurse their infants in public. Before I researched this particular topic, I didn’t really do any follow up investigation until now. Why do people find offense in a mother nursing her child in public? And wWhy is breastfeeding seen as

Breastfeeding in public is natural, however, others think it is inappropriate. A survey has found that 6 out of 10 women who have breastfeed take steps to hide it in public and a 3rd of these women feel embarrassed or incomfortable nursing outside of their home. The poll also showed that 1 in 5 believed people did not want the mothers to breastfeed in public and 1 in 10 who chose not to nurse their baby were influenced by the worry of doing so outside the home. The poll was carried out by Public Health England's parenting advice service. It is illegal to ask a breastfeeding woman to leave a public place but there have been high-profile cases of women being told to cover up.

Women in society today have become very open with what they do in public. One current controversy over how women act in public is breastfeeding. To many this is seen as a normal part of life, enough people that laws in favor of breastfeeding in public have been passed in 49 states, others watch on in horror that a woman would do that in a public setting1. While regulation deems this acceptable, there are still several incidents reported every year of women being denied this right, whether it is being asked to leave a restaurant or being talked down to in public. Do the different views about public breastfeeding result in a violation of the rights for the breastfeeding mother and her suckling infant, or are they merely backlash of those that do not agree with the practice?

For the most part women cover themselves with a shawl, a wrap, or a cover of some sort while breastfeeding.

They agree that it is natural and compares to sex, nudity, urinating and defecation. It is a sign of disrespect to some people who have to see the breastfeeding. Therefore, there should be designated places for mothers to breastfeed. Besides, it is awkward and pointless for mothers to nurse in public. There are modern technological products such as the breast pump. Women should express their breast; prepare the breast milk in bottles to avoid public attention. There are public establishments that have private places for nursing mothers and allow those mothers for some reasons cannot use breast pumps to care safely for their children

How would you feel? I know I would feel awful about myself and I would want to go home. But the thing it, mothers shouldn’t have to feel like that. Just because someone doesn’t like the concept of a mom nursing while she eats or does her errands, then i’m sorry, but get over it. When you have to cover up, you can't see your baby's face and you can't have actual skin to skin contact with the infant. Babies love the moment when it comes to nursing time because they get to see their mommy. They can’t see her through a blanket or sling. I’m sure it is helpful to cover up sometimes but why do you have to feel unwanted about it? It is wrong and people should let the mom do what she wants. I mean she could be harming her child. But no, instead, she is feeding her infant just like an other mom would with a bottle but with her breast.

To understand the argument of breastfeeding in public and whether it is politically correct, we must first know the definition of politically correct and breastfeeding. The Merriam Webster dictionary says that politically correct is “agreeing with the idea that people should be careful to not use language or behave in a way that could offend a particular group of people.” It is considered legal to breastfeed in public across the United States, but society frowns upon the idea. Woman were blessed with the natural ability to offer their infant the nourishment of breastmilk. There are different debates that arise when the mother decides to breastfeed in public. A select group of individuals to this day, view breastfeeding in public, as sexually offensive and indecent. It is to be determined by the woman to breastfeed in public, and if she finds it suitable. This is because a blanket or

Unlike Minnesota many states don’t have laws requiring employers to give women time to pump. There are very few states which mandate paid time off for a new mother and women in poorer economic situations can’t afford to take time off. Formula is often pushed on new-mothers by hospitals and is heavily advertized on TV. Yet one of the most compelling reasons women won’t breastfeed is due to social pressure not to expose the breast. Even though MN statute 617-23 exempts women who breast feed from indecent exposure, lack of common exposure has led hiding one’s breast to be a social norm. Even those who cover are often scrutinized for this public display of Mother& Child. Almost all women in my family have breastfed in public and each one of them talks about the stares and comments they received. Some even express pumping ahead of time as to avoid the stares – which led to impairment of replenishment of lactose in the breast. A friend of mine who chooses not to cover is often asked to by those around her to do so. I once heard a young woman tell her that the sight of it “made her uncomfortable”. This is probably because we almost never see boobs free in public, and when we do they are sexualized to an unattainable

New mothers experience many challenges after labor. One of the largest challenges is breastfeeding and breastfeeding in public. Many mothers do not know what to do or how to approach the issue. Mothers struggle with this decision due to social norms, health risks, and cultural expectations. These factors make or break the decision to breastfeed or not to breastfeed. Society has a role in every decision that anyone makes. This is why it is that much more important for mothers because they are not only responsible for their own lives, but for someone else and making their decisions when they cannot do so for themselves. There needs to be a change in society for women to take a stand and chose to breastfeed to get the maximum nutrients and benefits

According to Haroon Siddique (2015), six out of ten women try to hide breastfeeding in public due to embarrassment and respect for others. Even though breastfeeding in public should not be an issue, individuals portray breasts in a sexual way; therefore, they believe breastfeeding in public should not be allowed. Formula feeding does not raise an issue when it comes to feeding in public. Formula feeding also allows the mother to not be so attached to the child all the time. Pumping or naturally nursing is very time consuming; therefore, It is much simpler to pull out a bottle than to hide the fact that you are nursing your baby. However, a mother should not feel ashamed to breastfeed her child in public because breastfeeding is very beneficial for the mother just as it is for the

However, some people think of breastfeeding as Nudity. Breasts are viewed as sexual items rather than a natural way of providing nutrients and comfort for a child. Anxiety about breastfeeding in front of other people affects breastfeeding for women with low self-confidence or who feel society disapproves of breastfeeding in public. They start to feel uncomfortable. Women should be able to have rights to legally breastfeed their babies in public. Mothers report that that they felt more comfortable breastfeeding in a park than a shopping mall. In some cases, women are asked to leave the premise due to them breastfeeding. Parents do not want to explain to their children about breastfeeding. So, they label breastfeeding in public indecent. Parents who are concerned about their children asking questions should just explain to them. This will help people understand the benefits of breastfeeding.