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I need some words of encouragement or tips.

I was out the other day and for some reason I couldn't do it! I had my cover on and was ready to feed her but then people started staring. I ended up in the car crying and feeding because I felt like I couldn't do it and I was a bad mama.

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  • chicsubchicsub member
    How old is she?  I bet people were just looking b/c she's a cute newborn.  It's a little tricky in the beginning, so don't beat yourself up.  There is more adjusting and stuff with their floppy little bodies when they are so young.  Baby steps!
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  • desandodesando
    My LC says look them right back in the eye and smile. It is your right and you are doing what is best for you and your baby. Be pround of yourself.
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  • honkytonk_kidhonkytonk_kid member

    The first time is the worst. It gets easier. Just take a deep breath and whip 'em out =) Under a cover if it makes it easier. In reality, people are probably not staring as much as you think, and if they are- who cares?

    Or, nurse in the car until you are ready to NIP. It's not a statement about your mothering. Do what you need to do.

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    The first time is the worst. It gets easier. Just take a deep breath and whip 'em out =) Under a cover if it makes it easier. In reality, people are probably not staring as much as you think, and if they are- who cares?

    Or, nurse in the car until you are ready to NIP. It's not a statement about your mothering. Do what you need to do.

    This. I was soooo uncomfortable the first few times because LO had a hard time latching and I had to help. It's difficult when your baby insists on licking your nipple and shaking his head back and forth before opening up to latch on. Big Smile

    It definitely gets easier - I know a lot of women recommend nursing in front of a mirror so you can see what other people can/cannot see. Plus when LO gets older and can latch on with less assistance it's a much quicker process.

    FWIW most people are so wrapped up in their lives they don't care or even notice what you are doing. It just feels like they are all staring because you're nervous.



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  • cottonlily84cottonlily84 member
    I always go to the car.  Don't feel bad about it.  Go where ever you are comfortable.  I thought when I was pregnant I would NIP and be this shining example of how normal and natural it is, gawkers or not.  In reality I've never even tried it.  I like sitting in my own familiar quiet space just the two of us.  But if you are going to NIP you really will have to ignore the stares.  I took DD to the mall this weekend and half the people we crossed paths with stared at us just walking around or sitting in the food court.  People just look at babies, especially when there's something different like NIP, tiny babies, babies with lots of hair, etc. 
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