Mama Share- I was out today in a public place where a breastfeeding room was available - my partner couldnt understand why I wouldnt use it. I dont feel the need, in fact I feel like it cuts me off/isolates me by sticking me in a room. Im not body confident especially and certainly not an exhibitionist but I feel really strongly that I will breastfeed where I want to and that I should so I can contribute to it becoming the norm. This didnt help him understand - I just wondered what other breastfeeding mums would say to that? Why not use the room if its there? Im not even especially political or like an activist and Im aware any impact I might have on others will be quite minimal, though I hope it encourages them to feed freely, I never know if it ever really will. Its unnecessary to me to go in a room. My partner says I should go there so other men dont see me get my bits out but Id bet not a single man has seen any of my bits/boob when Ive fed in public as though I dont use a cover, it is discreet, it just looks like Im holding my baby... Even if they know what Im doing, why should I feel uncomfortable? Even if there are perverts who would try to get a glimpse, isnt that their problem, not mine? Isnt it right for me to make a choice about my own body? I think so, Im just doubting myself and looking for other perspectives to strengthen my argument.
Posted on: Tue, 09 Sep 2014 18:35:01 +0000
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