Nursing and Modesty

I am a lactivist.

 

One thing i feel strongly about is being able to nurse my baby wherever and whenever she needs.  

This includes church.

Being LDS (also known as "Mormons") a lot of emphasis is given on being "modest".  I've been told many times that when i breastfeed i *must* cover up and that it is improper of me to show any skin while nursing my baby.  I feel that i must feed my children in a way that is most convenient and works best for me and my children. I have a lot of other thoughts on this subject as well, but i discovered a blog post today that says pretty much everything i'd want to say, so i'll let it do the honors :)

Modesty and Breastfeeding

And here is my sister's blog post on the topic:

Breastfeeding and the LDS Church

And so, i will continue to nurse my daughter wherever *WE* feel most comfortable.  Yes, i have nursed in sacrament meeting and i will continue to do so.

What are your views about nursing and "modesty"?

A Dads View on Breastfeeding

Yesterday i read an article that i found on facebook and i just have to share it.  I wish more dads and just people in general had this view when it comes to breastfeeding.

Got Milk? A Dads View on Breastfeeding

"Our job as parents, above all else, is to provide what we think is the best start in life to our little adults-to-be. If this isn’t your goal as well then perhaps you should think about doubling up on your contraception."