Breastfeeding mums...

We are now just past our 1 month breastfeeding mark and we still havnt fed properly in public (only because we dont spend much time out as its cold ect) but we have a family event coming up where we will be around alot of people, how did u go about breastfeeding in public for the first time? Im very nervous, is there clothing that is easier? Should i take a extra blanket? Anything else i need? Im used to having my boobs out all day as im a sahm😂 tia x

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Em

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Honestly, my first son would never let me cover him. I just had to get used to pulling my breast out in public whenever he was hungry. I quickly realized that if I acted like it was all totally normal, so did everyone else. Now that I have another kiddo (a month and a half old), I just nurse him whenever and wherever (church, restaurants, the mall, outside...) I wear a clip down bra or tank under anything that can be pulled up or unbuttoned. Once he’s latched, no one really sees anything anyway. If you own it, no one will bother you, IMHO.

Al

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Ask if there is a bed room or a room you can breastfeed if not wear a nursing top and a cover up so you feel more comfortable, take plenty of deep breaths and be patient I would look for a quiet corner to get the baby to latch. :) good luck it’s hard getting used to it but after a few times you will be a pro.

Li

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I got a nursing cover and practiced at home first.

Ro

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I just nursed how I usually did. I wore a nursing bra and a comfy shirt and just pulled it up and nursed. I hated being separated just because I was nursing.Do whatever makes you comfortable.

Ra

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Nursing tops and dresses are the best! The have some on Amazon, PatPat, and LatchedMama.com. Most nursing clothes are a bit pricey but totally worth it!!I only nursed a few times in public with my first a few times, but it gets easier the more you do it. With my second I feel comfortable in just about any setting. I use a blanket to help cover while he latches then pull it down because not much can be seen once he is latched. Do what you are comfortable with. Find an out of the way spot, or separate room if you choose. But don't be ashamed of breastfeeding in public. It is natural and what your baby needs! Good luck Mama!

Nu

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It’s cold over here in WA too! I went to a big family party when my baby was 4 weeks old. I took a nursing cover which is really light and breathable. (: I felt comfortable, baby was comfortable. I’m a SAHM and FTM. I’m personally not comfortable whipping out my boob and getting baby to latch and everyone seeing. We like it or not people will see specially kids lol they get curious.

Nu

Nubia • Mar 7, 2019
It is a personal decision. This topic will always be a debate... your thoughts vs mine vs anyone else’s.

Em

Emma • Mar 6, 2019
I realize it’s a personal decision and absolutely no judgement. But don’t you ever wonder if it would become just a totally normal thing if we allowed people to see? I had such a hard time getting started with my first because I had no good examples growing up. Just curious what you think about that.

Al

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A nursing camisole underneath whatever shirt you want to wear. Keep a receiving blanket handy so you can cover if you want, but the two shirt method keeps you plenty covered. Don't cover for people who can't wrap their heads around the fact that women are not sex objects.

Ha

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I nearly always wear two layers - vest top with top over and simply lift the topOne

Ki

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I nursed everywhere and anywhere. It was spring/ summer when I had my daughter though so I just wore a nursing bra and loose shirt. And I have tiny tots so they were easy to conceal. I’ve literally nursed walking up and down target aisles lol wasn’t shy at all. Baby was hungry. It’s completely up to you and how comfortable you are in each situation. I personally hated going somewhere separate from people/ didn’t like feeling left out and alone.

Am

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I just wear two tops pull one down and one up. Once my daughters latched people really can't see anything.