I would like to find some nursing mom's who have one child and like to go on outings. I like to take my son out in the afternoons after nap to museums, swimming, out to lunch, to the bookstore etc.... I have no problem nursing him out in public, and although I try to be discreet I don't usually get up and remove myself to nurse (most of the time it's so subtle you don't know it's happening). I've been asked to nurse in the bathroom twice which I have kindly refused to do (I wouldn't eat my lunch in the bathroom). Whenever I'm faced with this request it throws me off a little bit. I guess I would just like to spend some time with other moms who also feel the way I do so that I don't feel like i'm in this alone.
Hmm, I too would be offended if someone asked me to feed my child in the bathroom. I find it very sad that there are still people out there that who feel woman should hide themselves away to nurse their child.
Feel free to e-mail me anytime!
~Kim
I nursed my daughter every where. The mall, park, restaurants. I always had my self covered up. I didn't want to make any man embarrassed. The other day we were at church and there was a lady sitting in the foyer nursing her 1 1/2 yr old with no blanket over her. He was so big and hard to keep still that are boob was exposed the whole time. That in my opinion is wrong. There were lots of men standing around. It's human nature to look, and it made them feel embarrassed. The mother could have easily gone to the nursery and sat in a comfortable chair where she could have had privacy. I'm totally for breastfeeding, but with a blanket. =)
I too breastfeed in public as long as it is where I can cover up. I am in a playgroup that has many nursing moms. I don't know what part of town you live, but feel free to email me if you want to get together or join our playgroup.
Hello L.
I am sorry that other people are so insensative to you trying to feed your child naturally. Anyway i am the full time nanny of a 12 month old and i am looking to go on outings also, he is walking but we still use the stroller alot, we like to go to the galleria and willowbend and what ever else we can find to do if you would like to schedule a meet up, that would be great how ever zachary was nursed by his mother but is no longer.
let me know
S.
