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October 9, 2005, 9:43 pm PDT
10/07 The Latest Debates
Quote From: amylin0124I understand being offended if women are being immodest and "letting it all hang out" - this bothers me too. But if they are discreate and remain concealed with a blanket, why does this bother you?
In an ideal world, it would be great to be able to schedule all of your feedings at home, but I have five children, all breast-fed, and lets face it; it isn't always possible to predict when an infant will want to nurse. I have always tried to retreat to my car when at outings or to a quiet room or corner when in other public places. However, being on my fifth child that is breast-fed, I reallize there are rare occations when it just isn't possible. In these few times, I have always managed to keep myself completely concealed and cannot understand why anyone would be offended. It's amazing how many women are offended by this and yet I haven't heard from one man that is offended. You are living in a dream world and need to wake up if you think that you can schedule the naps and feedings of a newborn baby. I would never get out of the house if I waited til my son woke up and then fed him and went out. We don't all live in big cities where everything we need is a block away. My grocery store is only five minutes away and by the time I get half way through the store he is hungry again. That is with feeding him before we leave home. Babies have tiny tummies. They are not dogs. You can not schedule a walk and feeding time for them. I don't think women need to flaunt their breast while preparing to feed. You can be tactful about it. But tell me what you would rather see... me ignore my crying child because a one person bathroom isn't available and my child is screaming he is hungry. Or... me discretely feed my son and not disturb you. You shouldn't be gawking at me anyway. But let me tell you if my baby starts crying you would probably be the first to complain about that too.
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