A response to, “Dear Breastfeeding Mothers, Is It Really That Difficult to Cover Up?”
Dear Fellow Breastfeeding Mother Who Seems to Misunderstand the Cause,
I feel compelled to address a sentiment that many might share but are hesitant to articulate. Why does a fellow breastfeeding advocate feel the need to criticize other mothers? Honestly, is it that challenging to remain silent?
Here’s the crux of the matter: Most people do not wish to hear your uninformed views. That’s simply the truth. I fail to comprehend what part of that is objectionable.
I understand the urge to create attention-grabbing content. You mention, “I’ve nursed my children in upscale restaurants, on the beach, at the doctor’s office, in libraries, at airports, grocery stores, and yes, even on a tiny patch of grass beside the road. Yet, I always managed to cover my breast with a blanket or part of my shirt.”
But then you state, “The truth is, I don’t want to see your bare breasts. I don’t want my husband to see them, and honestly, my preschool son shouldn’t have to either.”
Seriously?
Let’s stop pretending that your desire to cover while breastfeeding is a priority for every mother. It’s certainly not the 1950s, a time when women were silenced and hesitant to assert their rights in public spaces. Today, we live in a different world.
And, those who choose to critique nursing mothers, fully aware of the challenges they face, may actually be the worst offenders. I do not wish to hear your judgment. This does not imply that I deny anyone their opinion. However, breastfeeding in public remains a contentious issue that many women continue to face with unjust scrutiny. Criticizing others for not using a cover—something that may not be feasible for all—is not just pointless; it’s detrimental. Women deserve the right to breastfeed publicly without harassment, and your words only serve to empower those who might shame them.
Yes, you have access to a computer and the ability to share your thoughts online. But consider this: you wrote, “Yes, your breasts are lovely. Yes, they feed children. Yes, they are natural. But let’s be real; your vagina helped create that child, and I don’t see you flaunting that.”
This leaves me questioning your perspective.
So, here’s my straightforward truth: if your contribution to the dialogue on public breastfeeding lacks depth or understanding, I would greatly appreciate not having to read your passive-aggressive commentary.
Feel free to take pride in your viral post, even if it merely sparked unnecessary conflict among mothers who should be uniting in support of one another. But don’t resent me for calling it out.
Sincerely,
A Fellow Breastfeeding Mother Who Truly Advocates for Women
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Summary:
In this response, the author addresses a fellow breastfeeding mother who criticizes others for not covering up while nursing in public. The author emphasizes the importance of supporting one another in the breastfeeding community and advocates for women’s rights to breastfeed without judgment. She calls out the detrimental nature of shaming other mothers while encouraging a more understanding and supportive dialogue on public breastfeeding.