Plain Talker Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 I don't have an issue with it but I'm sure there's women who do it in public just to prove a point when they could have just done it at home. As I say, wouldn't care if I saw it but I can see the other side of the argument, it's like a private thing...a kid is sucking his mom's nipples for milk, and yes it's natural, but so is going for a crap and you don't drop your trousers in public and do it on the floor. But again, if I saw breastfeeding in public, I wouldn't care less. I can see both sides of the argument is what I'm saying. Feeding is a lot different than going to the loo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms Macbeth Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 30 , 35 , 40 years ago bottlefeeding was being pushed - women were actually told that bottle feeding was better - helped baby to settle, put on weight, gave women control etc . Hence the attitude to breast feeding of many aged 50+. When I had my children 40 years ago, I was in favour of breastfeeding. I couldn't understand mothers who seemed to think it was wrong. However, when I needed to feed my baby in public I was extremely discreet. I'm pleased that more and more mothers breastfeed (if they can) as it does give baby a good start. However, there is no need to draw attention to the fact that they are doing it. Appropriate clothing, or a light cover/blanket can shield mum from being stared at, and stop the 'deeply disgusted' mob from seeing anything. Of course its likely there will still be the odd one or two who will make a point of noticing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordie Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 There are some real neander-trolls commenting on this thread. To all the breastfeeding mothers out there, do not let the narrow minded and obviously sexually repressed morons deter you from doing what you feel is right. I do like these booby baby beanies though. http://www.mamaknowsbreast.com/archive/2010/07/the-boobie-beanie-infant-hats-that-look-like-a-breast/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esme Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Mod Note Off topic and insulting posts have been removed, along with any references to them You've already been asked to keep this thread civil once, you won't get asked again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheeco Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 its just that these days people have dirty minds if you know what i mean... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lappy Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 These idiots probably forget they they were more than likely breast fed themselves. Ignore them and carry on. It's a minority believe me. Idiots we call them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geared Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 I'm not bothered if a mum wants/needs to breastfeed a baby in public. Rather that then it starts wailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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