Breastfeeding parents have always nursed wherever they need to be. You don’t have to be stuck at home.
It’s good for both you and your baby to get outside and enjoy the world, go about your normal errands, and meet up with friends. The beauty of breastfeeding is that you can do it all without having to think about bringing bottles and formula. All you need is an easy way to give your baby access to your breast without having to go through too many layers of clothes. Two piece outfits and tops that unbutton from the bottom work great. There are also outfits designed especially for breastfeeding conveniently in public.
Tips for Nursing Discretely
You don’t need to use a cover in if you don’t want to. However, if you’re concerned about nursing in public, here are some ideas to learn how to do it so that no one can tell (except another nursing mother):
• Practice “public” breastfeeding at home. Your partner, a close friend, or a mirror can give helpful feedback.
• Start slow – nurse at friends’ homes, then slightly more public places, then even more public places until you feel comfortable anywhere.
• Go to a La Leche League meeting. It’s the perfect place to connect with other mothers and see how they nurse in public.
Know the Law
Breastfeeding your baby is a basic right for both of you. All states in the USA have laws that protect a parent’s right to breastfeed their baby in public. Check breastfeedinglaw.com for up-to-date information about legislation in your area.
