Recently, I found myself reflecting on the absurd trend where celebrities step forward to “normalize” public breastfeeding, using their platforms to tackle the stigma surrounding it. The idea is that influential figures can help diminish the shame some women experience while feeding their children in public spaces. Yet, it’s astonishing that such a movement is even needed for an act as natural as breastfeeding. Unfortunately, there are still many individuals who express disgust at the sight of a woman nursing in public.
On my social media, I questioned—who are these individuals shaming mothers for simply nourishing their babies? I can assure you that many of them have acted in far more objectionable ways.
To put things into perspective, context is key. Whether you are a conservative individual who finds it inappropriate or someone who harbors a bizarre obsession with body parts, take a moment to consider what breastfeeding represents. Even if you find it unappealing (seriously, grow up), remember that this act—of a parent feeding their child in the most fundamental way—is nothing short of miraculous.
Moreover, we encounter far more offensive behaviors in our daily lives, none of which carry the life-sustaining benefits of breastfeeding.
Common Public Behaviors That Are More Offensive Than Breastfeeding:
- Nose-picking: Distasteful to observe, and the guilty party usually feels shame. Unlike breastfeeding, which is a natural act, this behavior should have ended in childhood.
Benefit: Perhaps saving on tissues? - Crotch-adjusting/Scratching: This is best left on sports fields.
Benefit: Comfort, if you know what I mean. - Fingernail Clipping: An act that baffles me when done in public. Just the sound is unsettling.
Benefit: I can’t think of one that justifies this. - Spitting: Few bodily fluids are pleasant to witness, but watching someone spit is far worse than a mother breastfeeding.
Benefit: Perhaps relief from phlegm? - Smoking: It’s harmful, smelly, and imposed on bystanders.
Benefit: A temporary high, but at what cost? - Eating Fast Food: This is the antithesis of breastfeeding. Instead of nourishing a child, you’re consuming junk that’s messy and unhealthy.
Benefit: Convenience, but seriously, have some dignity. - Urinating: While it’s not common to do this openly, men certainly line up to relieve themselves.
Benefit: Convenience, but it’s hardly a pleasant sight. - Twerking: Please, enough with the shaking in public spaces.
Benefit: I can’t discern one.
In contrast, breastfeeding involves minimal exposure of a body part that society often fetishizes. It’s not about indecency; it’s about the biological necessity of feeding a child. Many mothers discreetly cover themselves, whether with a blanket or the baby itself. The ultimate goal?
Benefit: Sustaining a vulnerable human life.
Let’s gain some perspective, folks. The behavior that truly requires normalization is that of those who judge nursing mothers.
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Summary
It’s absurd that we still need to normalize breastfeeding in public, given how natural and essential it is. While some individuals find it offensive, there are far more objectionable behaviors we witness daily that don’t contribute to nurturing life. We must reassess our perspectives and stand against those who shame mothers for simply feeding their children.