So my SO and I has decided to allow his daughter to be around when I Breastfeed (with the approval of her mother, who is sensitive about what her daughter sees). But whenever I feed the baby the 6 yr old gets very close and stares. I've fed in public and around others and it's been comfortable, but the staring makes me uncomfortable, like very much so. When I tell her she needs to go play she says "I'm just looking at you." I don't want to discourage curiosity but I feel like a show. We have explained what I'm doing and answered all questions.
How do I approach this, because she won't stop. She's even looked at me nastily when I've told her not to stare.
Re: Step Daughter Stares While I Breastfeed
Why does it make you uncomfortable? There is nothing sexual or inappropriate about a 6 year old's gaze? She's fascinated & that's allowed. The novelty will wear off.
If your relationship is strained outside of this issue then she could be staring to bother you, but I highly doubt it. The less you react the better. Maybe try reading a book or offer to let her help you? Like getting a burp cloth or picking out a baby outfit for later?
It sounds like she wants to be involved with her sister. There are worse things in this world. :-??
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