Will you nurse in public?

DemoDoll · February 2012

I am so torn on this. I feel like nursing in public would be so convenient but I would probably be too shy/embarrassed to do it. I would definitely use a cover.

I also think there are certain places that it's more acceptable than others. So what are your thoughts on nursing in public? What places do you think are most socially acceptable to nurse and where shouldn't you nurse?

rels09 · February 2012

I think most places are acceptable to nurse, and luckily the law agrees. I plan to nurse covered in public when necessary. I also have no problem with women who choose not to use covers. The only places I wouldn't nurse are places I wouldn't bring a baby anyway, like nice restaurants.

SayAnything84 · February 2012

rels09:
I think most places are acceptable to nurse, and luckily the law agrees. I plan to nurse covered in public when necessary. I also have no problem with women who choose not to use covers. The only places I wouldn't nurse are places I wouldn't bring a baby anyway, like nice restaurants.

I completely agree with everything here.

ChibiMommy · February 2012

I nip'ed with DS and I'll nip with this one. lol No one has ever made me feel uncomfortable and the only comments I've ever gotten were from old ladies telling me that nursing is the most beautiful thing in the world.

noah-bear · February 2012

It makes me sad that women are embarrassed to nurse in public. It's not you flashing everyone, it's you feeding your baby. They hardly see anything anyway.

State laws say that women are allowed to nurse wherever and whenever. It upsets me when women feel they need to be banished to a bathroom or be hidden away. You have the right to feed your baby where you want to when you need to.

Nursing bras and shirts help, especially layering, with NIP. You can also get nursing covers.

DemoDoll · February 2012

noah-bear:
It makes me sad that women are embarrassed to nurse in public. It's not you flashing everyone, it's you feeding your baby. They hardly see anything anyway.
State laws say that women are allowed to nurse wherever and whenever. It upsets me when women feel they need to be banished to a bathroom or be hidden away. You have the right to feed your baby where you want to when you need to.
Nursing bras and shirts help, especially layering, with NIP. You can also get nursing covers.

I guess I would feel embarrassed because I remember seeing someone post on FB once "Saw a women nursing today, that is so gross, get a room" so it made me think that maybe NIP isn't socially acceptable.

Ladiebug710 · February 2012

I dont have a problem with it, and plan on doing it. Women that are really good are like nursing ninjas, you hardly notice them at all- cover or not. In fact sometimes I think a cover draws more attention.

noah-bear · February 2012

DemoDoll:
noah-bear:
It makes me sad that women are embarrassed to nurse in public. It's not you flashing everyone, it's you feeding your baby. They hardly see anything anyway.
State laws say that women are allowed to nurse wherever and whenever. It upsets me when women feel they need to be banished to a bathroom or be hidden away. You have the right to feed your baby where you want to when you need to.
Nursing bras and shirts help, especially layering, with NIP. You can also get nursing covers.

I guess I would feel embarrassed because I remember seeing someone post on FB once "Saw a women nursing today, that is so gross, get a room" so it made me think that maybe NIP isn't socially acceptable.

Whoever said that should be ashamed of themselves IMO. It's widly acceptable but it's also a generational thing. Back when my mom had me (and I'm only 22) she switched me to FF because she was made to feel bad about her decision to NIP by those her parents age. So many associate breasts with being sexual but when a baby's latched, how can it be?

Trust me, when baby is latched onto you, they cover almost all of what will be shown. They cover your nipple and most of the areola anyway. You see the same amount of boob in a low cut top or bikini.

After LO comes, the best thing to do is practice at home. The hardest part is getting your bra comfortable and open enough. Once you practice there, it'll be much easier and you'll feel much more confident about NIP.

As you can tell, I'm a strong BFing/NIPing advocate ;-)

missjul61 · February 2012

I'm shy but I will definitely nurse in public with a cover. Baby has to eat when he's hungry too! I see no problem with nursing in public as long as you're discreet about it.

delaneykai · February 2012

noah-bear:
DemoDoll:
noah-bear:
It makes me sad that women are embarrassed to nurse in public. It's not you flashing everyone, it's you feeding your baby. They hardly see anything anyway.
State laws say that women are allowed to nurse wherever and whenever. It upsets me when women feel they need to be banished to a bathroom or be hidden away. You have the right to feed your baby where you want to when you need to.
Nursing bras and shirts help, especially layering, with NIP. You can also get nursing covers.

I guess I would feel embarrassed because I remember seeing someone post on FB once "Saw a women nursing today, that is so gross, get a room" so it made me think that maybe NIP isn't socially acceptable.
Whoever said that should be ashamed of themselves IMO. It's widly acceptable but it's also a generational thing. Back when my mom had me (and I'm only 22) she switched me to FF because she was made to feel bad about her decision to NIP by those her parents age. So many associate breasts with being sexual but when a baby's latched, how can it be?
Trust me, when baby is latched onto you, they cover almost all of what will be shown. They cover your nipple and most of the areola anyway. You see the same amount of boob in a low cut top or bikini.
After LO comes, the best thing to do is practice at home. The hardest part is getting your bra comfortable and open enough. Once you practice there, it'll be much easier and you'll feel much more confident about NIP.
As you can tell, I'm a strong BFing/NIPing advocate ;-)

This! I'll be nursing in public, but I will be using some type of a cover. I have a friend who uses really wide scarves from the Gap and always looks so stylish. )

AprilAngie · February 2012

maybe because this is my 4th child and am a pro Bfeeding person, I feel anywhere to breast feed. I do cover when I know ppl will be uncomfortable. at my grandpas, church or in the mall. but at home - no cover.I HATE the idea of nursing in a washroom - and I refuse to feed my child in a washroom- do we eat in the washroom? YUCK Angry

I think ppl overthink this- it is feeding a baby. Not a sexual thing. i taught all my kids - (I have three boys) that breasts are for feeding babies. I remember my ex SIL saying she was insulted because her friend came over and never asked to nurse her baby - wtf? ask? JMO

kdE2010 · February 2012

I'm going to nurse in public. I'll probably use a blanket or cover, especially at first since I've never BF before. I won't really worry about where I am when BF... I know friends who BF and sometimes I don't even realize they are doing it. Unless you're really obvious about it, no one is going to know. Babies have to eat when they're hungry!

Tash13 · February 2012

I nursed everywhere with DS, including fancy restaurants! I would take DS to brunch or lunch in upscale restaurants without a second thought. The only time he would cry was to nurse, as soon as he had a boob he was silent again.

It's so sad to me that anybody would think somebody needs to "get a room" or otherwise. If more women NIP in America, more people would be raised seeing it and wouldn't think twice about it. When I traveled in Europe, women nursed uncovered all over the place and nobody even noticed. That's how it should be. I always carried a cover with me but would only use it if I was in a situation where I thought it was necessary or if I was wearing a shirt that I had to pull over my stomach to nurse. Sometimes it was just to hot and I'm not going to make my baby uncomfortable by covering him up because other people are hung up on something that they shouldn't be. I also nursed him when in his carrier while walking down the street, speaking to sales clerks, etc. and nobody even noticed because of how he was angled and covered. If you don't make a big deal out of it, other people are less likely to do it.

For the record, I was made uncomfortable by a woman NIP once. I was working at a pet store in college and a woman brought her 3 yo in to get his first pet. While they were talking to me, he pulled out her breast and started nursing. He had her nipple hanging out of one side of his mouth while talking to me about his turtle. I was 19 and I thought that one was a little over the top haha

LilTexasPeanut · February 2012

We were just having this conversation the other day in the office. I was speaking with several other moms about what they did, and how they handled it. I came to the conclusion that if I'm caught off guard with zero of my breast milk in bottles (which you know I will at some point), I will breast feed in public, with a cover. No question about that.

I agree with other women that it is a CHOICE to breast feed (vice prepare formula or have breast milk in bottles) and yes state laws will protect your choice. Because I have been exposed to two seperate and very awkward occasions where a mother was nursing 1.) a newborn during a highly attended military ceremony, in the front row, no cover and 2.) a 3 yr old came up to his mom at the dinner table in a restaurant, mid-converstation with me, and he lifted up her shirt and began feeding; and I know that I felt extremely uncomfortable, I have already decided that I would not impose my choice on other people.

I am not ashamed to be a mother (hopefully I actually make it to that point with this pregnancy), I am not ashamed of my body, and I am definitley not ashamed to care and provide for my child when and however neccessary. That said, I do feel that yes, exposing bodily functions in public in OUR society, whatever they may be, will make people uncomfortable. So yes, be prepared for people to judge. They may not say anything to you, but it will happen. If you can aknowledge that, and come to peace with it, I think breast feeding in public will be a no brainer for you, and honestly a lot easier. Good luck to all of us on this journey, because either way I've heard breast feeding can be a major challenge with or without additional hurdles! Yes

EarsToYou · February 2012

I did w DS and I will w this one too. It's really nbd. That said, I am discreet about it.

SpruceGrouse · February 2012

I will but I think I will want to be discrete about it, I don't think I would use a cover but I would wait to latch when I felt like no one was staring. I can't think of a place I wouldn't nurse but if there was a place where it wouldn't feel right to me, I would just go somewhere where I was more comfortable.

sosoph · February 2012

I had no problem NIP but found restaurants and other places very physically uncomfortable (I guess I was dependent on my nursing pillow too much) for me so I preferred to have pumped milk on hand. I would nurse at other people's house no problem.

ChibiMommy · February 2012

To those that say they will use a blanket or cover don't rely too much on it. DS never tolerated the cover and would scream bloody murder anytime you tried to cover him up. It was just easier for me to wear a button up sweater and a lacy tank or nursing tank and latch discretely than to fight with him over it. Trust me, in some cases not using a cover is more discrete than using one. lol

noah-bear · February 2012

SpruceGrouse:
I will but I think I will want to be discrete about it, I don't think I would use a cover but I would wait to latch when I felt like no one was staring. I can't think of a place I wouldn't nurse but if there was a place where it wouldn't feel right to me, I would just go somewhere where I was more comfortable.

if you have a screaming baby wanting to nurse, people will stare ;-)

irer · February 2012

Yes, of course. I did with ds and will with this one, too. I couldn't imagine holing up in my house or hiding in a corner if I was out in public. I wouldn't use a cover, either, especially when it is hot out (like it will be when our babies are born). It is not comfortable for you or baby. There are ways to be discreet about it, and sometimes I would just throw a light scarf over us if in really cramped quarters (such as on an airplane). I never had any issues, and got over any self consciousness very quickly. In Ireland, it is illegal to ask a mother to not breastfeed in public anywhere. You got to live your life.

irer · February 2012

DemoDoll:
noah-bear:
It makes me sad that women are embarrassed to nurse in public. It's not you flashing everyone, it's you feeding your baby. They hardly see anything anyway.
State laws say that women are allowed to nurse wherever and whenever. It upsets me when women feel they need to be banished to a bathroom or be hidden away. You have the right to feed your baby where you want to when you need to.
Nursing bras and shirts help, especially layering, with NIP. You can also get nursing covers.

I guess I would feel embarrassed because I remember seeing someone post on FB once "Saw a women nursing today, that is so gross, get a room" so it made me think that maybe NIP isn't socially acceptable.

But why would you care about the opinion of someone as ignorant and close minded as this? Really, that person sound like an idiot and I would not lose sleep over their thoughts.

Twizzle · February 2012

I nursed in public all the time with DS. I never used a cover either, nor did anyone ever see anything "shocking". Maybe they saw some of my belly. It's really easy to be discreet and actually I think a cover draws more attention to you. In the early days when it was harder to get him to latch, I would find a private place to do it, but once we both knew what we were doing I could do it anywhere easily.

I think that hiding yourself or avoiding nursing in public just contribute to all the hangups and embarrassment many people have about BFing. It's what our bodies were designed to do and there isn't any reason to hide it. I hope that by NIP I am helping to break down these negative feelings about BFing. Although I'm NOT saying you should be blatantly obvious about it either.

lily225 · February 2012

I've nursed all three of my kids just about everywhere. I'm trying to think of places that I purposefully avoided but nothing is coming to mind.

I actually avoid more personal situations than public ones, just because I have a better feel of our friends and family who would be uncomfortable seeing me nurse.

I feel as long as you do it tastefully, there is no reason a mom should be running off to the parking lot to hide in her car and for sure going and sitting on a bathroom toilet. It's cliche but, would you eat your dinner on a toilet?

I actually have only used a cover once or twice and that was with my third and only because my MIL made it for me. The times I did use it were when it was windy or I didn't have a free hand to make sure things were kept under cover. Typically I will get situated without letting anything slip out (it takes practice, and doing it in front of a mirror helps a lot so you can see what others would see) and occasionally I will just drape a blanket or burp cloth over my shoulder so that it's lying just above LO's mouth (not over their head, does that make sense?). I always felt like you were calling more attention to yourself with a cover than if you did without. Most people don't even know I'm nursing, just that I'm rocking my baby. Plus, none of my kids have ever wanted a cover or blanket over their heads and that ends up being a scene.

I'm definitely pro NIP

Novem06 · February 2012

EarsToYou:
I did w DS and I will w this one too. It's really nbd. That said, I am discreet about it.

Yep this.

BransonsBecca · February 2012

I will NIP. I myself am a bit shy normally and don't like confrontation, etc. However, breastfeeding is normal and should be socially acceptable. I feel very strongly about this and know that if I got any grief for NIP, I would not have a problem dealing with close minded people. I just think that society is so over-sexed and breasts are seen as "mens' playthings" rather than what they are really intended for! My hubs also said he would beat anybody up who did or said anything to me while we were out and about NIP.

Just kidding. I will try to be discrete and keep myself covered but I'm certainly not going to hide out in a restroom on a toilet just to keep others comfortable!

Mrs_Bennett · February 2012

I have no problem with NIP, and I wish more women would do it so that it wouldn't be such a big deal. That being said, I only nursed my son in public while using a cover. When he was small, it made me feel more comfortable because neither one of us were very good at it yet. When he got older, he refused to "hide" under the cover because he wanted to look around. Honestly, I wasn't really comfortable nursing while he looked around because that meant that he was latching on and off about a hundred times/minute which meant that not only were my boobs exposed, but milk was everywhere! I generally took him out to the car or to a private room where he could nurse without any distractions. I would never EVER nurse in a restroom or closet or any other place that made me uncomfortable. I don't have a problem with NIP, but it was just easier for me to take him away from the crowds.

I'll totally nurse this LO in public if he/she isn't so curious! If he/she is like DS, I'll do the same thing I did with him--no biggie.

stever · February 2012

Yes. I did with DS and I will with this one. I have a cover so never whipped my boobs out in public, but I fed DS whenever he needed and will do the same with this one.

squireremillard · February 2012

I am quite modest, however, if I didn't have a private area to nurse I nursed in public and plan to for this one, too. I never felt like people were starring or uncomfortable. I have a nursing cover and used that to cover, I also wore an under tank so I could pull my top shirt over and not be showing my tummy. I also used a sling ring to carry her in and I was able to nurse with that as well. I say do whatever is best and whatever you want. Don't worry about other people. People who have problems with nursing in public and raise a stink about it are ridiculous.

stever · February 2012

DemoDoll:
noah-bear:
It makes me sad that women are embarrassed to nurse in public. It's not you flashing everyone, it's you feeding your baby. They hardly see anything anyway.
State laws say that women are allowed to nurse wherever and whenever. It upsets me when women feel they need to be banished to a bathroom or be hidden away. You have the right to feed your baby where you want to when you need to.
Nursing bras and shirts help, especially layering, with NIP. You can also get nursing covers.

I guess I would feel embarrassed because I remember seeing someone post on FB once "Saw a women nursing today, that is so gross, get a room" so it made me think that maybe NIP isn't socially acceptable.
It's not socially acceptable to prudes and dumb people. Nobody else seems to care.

nopegoat · February 2012

I NIP with my first and plan to do so again! If my kid is hungry I'm going to feed him/her... if anyone is "offended" by it they can kiss my butt! Its not like I'm streaking thrugh the mall!

NuggetJo · February 2012

I guess I am going to be the odd one out here so no flaming people, it's just my opinion. I personally am not going to BF as I will be back to work very quick and have a highly stressful job that does not fit well wih pumping every few hours. With that being said, I am not against BFing but don't really want to see it in public. I am ok with someone being covered but would prefer not to be eating my lunch at a cafe and have someone at the next table with their boob on display. I think if you are alone or have enough separation of space then don't use a cover but in close spaces I think it is nice to cover up

mamahawk12 · February 2012

For the most part, yes. With DS I rarely was in a situation where I couldn't find somewhere that was somewhat more private. (I LOVE the Nordstrom at our mall - they have a mother's lounge with big comfy couches, fashion mags, a nice/clean changing area, etc) For my own comfort, I prefer a little bit of privacy - but I certainly don't mind others that want to do it in the middle of a bustling mall/wherever. And I also won't let my child scream if they're hungry - You gotta do what you gotta do. But I agree about the nursing covers - they usually draw more attention than without.

Tash13 · February 2012

NuggetJo:
I guess I am going to be the odd one out here so no flaming people, it's just my opinion. I personally am not going to BF as I will be back to work very quick and have a highly stressful job that does not fit well wih pumping every few hours. With that being said, I am not against BFing but don't really want to see it in public. I am ok with someone being covered but would prefer not to be eating my lunch at a cafe and have someone at the next table with their boob on display. I think if you are alone or have enough separation of space then don't use a cover but in close spaces I think it is nice to cover up

I don't have a problem with you choosing the best feeding option for you and your child but your attitude toward other women NIP is sad. For the record, most people never noticed when DS was nursing. I never had a "boob on display" and you couldn't see much more than you would if I was wearing a low cut top. So, you're saying that I should cover my baby's head with a blanket because the person at the table next to me might have a problem with seeing me nurse? He should be hot and uncomfortable because somebody else has hang ups with something that should be more socially acceptable? Um? I don't think so.

ChibiMommy · February 2012

Tash13:
NuggetJo:
I guess I am going to be the odd one out here so no flaming people, it's just my opinion. I personally am not going to BF as I will be back to work very quick and have a highly stressful job that does not fit well wih pumping every few hours. With that being said, I am not against BFing but don't really want to see it in public. I am ok with someone being covered but would prefer not to be eating my lunch at a cafe and have someone at the next table with their boob on display. I think if you are alone or have enough separation of space then don't use a cover but in close spaces I think it is nice to cover up
I don't have a problem with you choosing the best feeding option for you and your child but your attitude toward other women NIP is sad. For the record, most people never noticed when DS was nursing. I never had a "boob on display" and you couldn't see much more than you would if I was wearing a low cut top. So, you're saying that I should cover my baby's head with a blanket because the person at the table next to me might have a problem with seeing me nurse? He should be hot and uncomfortable because somebody else has hang ups with something that should be more socially acceptable? Um? I don't think so.

This. And as kids get older and pull away more frequently you learn little tricks, like pulling his body to the breast to cover up while he looks around. lol I've buried my boob in my kid's side/stomach/back more times than I can coun, Wiggly distracting 8-9 month olds are fun to nip.

No one is trying to show you their boob AND no one is forcing you to stare at the boob for the 5 seconds you could possibly see it. You know how to avoid seeing someone's breast? Turn your head in a different direction, it is that easy. Necks were made to swivel so put it to work and mind your own business.

Honestly, most of us are uncomfortable and nervous about someone freaking out and we try to be as discrete as possible so we don't have to deal with judgy people like you, NuggetJo. There is only so much I'm willing to do to try to accommodate others, my kid is more important than your modesty.

ET fix name. Sorry again Tash.

irer · February 2012

NuggetJo:
I guess I am going to be the odd one out here so no flaming people, it's just my opinion. I personally am not going to BF as I will be back to work very quick and have a highly stressful job that does not fit well wih pumping every few hours. With that being said, I am not against BFing but don't really want to see it in public. I am ok with someone being covered but would prefer not to be eating my lunch at a cafe and have someone at the next table with their boob on display. I think if you are alone or have enough separation of space then don't use a cover but in close spaces I think it is nice to cover up

If you don't like seeing a mother feeding her child while you are eating your lunch, you are free to leave and go somewhere else.

Steph73005 · February 2012

That's helpful to know the babies might not tolerate the nursing covers. I registered for one b/c I intend to NIP or whenever/wherever baby needs it. I have only been uncomfortable by a mom NIP once when the child looked old enough to ask for it. I don't really know the appropriate cutoff for nursing but I figured I'd nurse until 1. I'm a first timer so I really just don't know when it is. I also am a little concerned about perverts or creepy guys so I'll probably evaluate my surroundings for whether it is an environment I feel comfortable nursing in without a cover or with a cover. I'm glad so many moms are NIP - the more that do the more others can get used to it and feel comfortable.

irer · February 2012

Steph73005:
That's helpful to know the babies might not tolerate the nursing covers. I registered for one b/c I intend to NIP or whenever/wherever baby needs it. I have only been uncomfortable by a mom NIP once when the child looked old enough to ask for it. I don't really know the appropriate cutoff for nursing but I figured I'd nurse until 1. I'm a first timer so I really just don't know when it is. I also am a little concerned about perverts or creepy guys so I'll probably evaluate my surroundings for whether it is an environment I feel comfortable nursing in without a cover or with a cover. I'm glad so many moms are NIP - the more that do the more others can get used to it and feel comfortable.

My child could ask for milk before he was 1 yo. Just saying.

Tash13 · February 2012

ChibiMommy:
Tash13:
NuggetJo:
I guess I am going to be the odd one out here so no flaming people, it's just my opinion. I personally am not going to BF as I will be back to work very quick and have a highly stressful job that does not fit well wih pumping every few hours. With that being said, I am not against BFing but don't really want to see it in public. I am ok with someone being covered but would prefer not to be eating my lunch at a cafe and have someone at the next table with their boob on display. I think if you are alone or have enough separation of space then don't use a cover but in close spaces I think it is nice to cover up
I don't have a problem with you choosing the best feeding option for you and your child but your attitude toward other women NIP is sad. For the record, most people never noticed when DS was nursing. I never had a "boob on display" and you couldn't see much more than you would if I was wearing a low cut top. So, you're saying that I should cover my baby's head with a blanket because the person at the table next to me might have a problem with seeing me nurse? He should be hot and uncomfortable because somebody else has hang ups with something that should be more socially acceptable? Um? I don't think so.
This. And as kids get older and pull away more frequently you learn little tricks, like pulling his body to the breast to cover up while he looks around. lol I've buried my boob in my kid's side/stomach/back more times than I can coun, Wiggly distracting 8-9 month olds are fun to nip.
No one is trying to show you their boob AND no one is forcing you to stare at the boob for the 5 seconds you could possibly see it. You know how to avoid seeing someone's breast? Turn your head in a different direction, it is that easy. Necks were made to swivel so put it to work and mind your own business.
Honestly, most of us are uncomfortable and nervous about someone freaking out and we try to be as discrete as possible so we don't have to deal with judgy people like you, Tashnumers. There is only so much I'm willing to do to try to accommodate others, my kid is more important than your modesty.

For the record, I wasn't the one disagreeing with NIP. That was NuggetJoe. I think you read the quote line incorrectly.

ChibiMommy · February 2012

Tash13:
ChibiMommy:
Tash13:
NuggetJo:
I guess I am going to be the odd one out here so no flaming people, it's just my opinion. I personally am not going to BF as I will be back to work very quick and have a highly stressful job that does not fit well wih pumping every few hours. With that being said, I am not against BFing but don't really want to see it in public. I am ok with someone being covered but would prefer not to be eating my lunch at a cafe and have someone at the next table with their boob on display. I think if you are alone or have enough separation of space then don't use a cover but in close spaces I think it is nice to cover up
I don't have a problem with you choosing the best feeding option for you and your child but your attitude toward other women NIP is sad. For the record, most people never noticed when DS was nursing. I never had a "boob on display" and you couldn't see much more than you would if I was wearing a low cut top. So, you're saying that I should cover my baby's head with a blanket because the person at the table next to me might have a problem with seeing me nurse? He should be hot and uncomfortable because somebody else has hang ups with something that should be more socially acceptable? Um? I don't think so.
This. And as kids get older and pull away more frequently you learn little tricks, like pulling his body to the breast to cover up while he looks around. lol I've buried my boob in my kid's side/stomach/back more times than I can coun, Wiggly distracting 8-9 month olds are fun to nip.
No one is trying to show you their boob AND no one is forcing you to stare at the boob for the 5 seconds you could possibly see it. You know how to avoid seeing someone's breast? Turn your head in a different direction, it is that easy. Necks were made to swivel so put it to work and mind your own business.
Honestly, most of us are uncomfortable and nervous about someone freaking out and we try to be as discrete as possible so we don't have to deal with judgy people like you, Tashnumers. There is only so much I'm willing to do to try to accommodate others, my kid is more important than your modesty.
For the record, I wasn't the one disagreeing with NIP. That was NuggetJoe. I think you read the quote line incorrectly.

You're right I did misread, I'll fix it. Sorry Doll!

Sarah5683 · February 2012

C_mo:
I nurse with cover wherever I go. If people are offended by it, that is too bad for them. A friend of mine was asked to go to the bathroom to nurse her daughter at a resteraunt and she told the woman 'sure, and I'll ask your waitress to bring your food to the next stall'. I was so proud of her.

Good for her!!!!

punkrockabye · February 2012

Definitely! Women are legally allowed to nurse in any location they are allowed to be in. At least that's the case in Illinois. I'll probably toss a blanket over myself to keep it a bit covered but that's no big deal to me. I'll nurse as I go about my business--no desire to waste my time going to a bathroom or special "nursing room."

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