Breastfeeding Clothes for Nursing In Public

Nervous about breastfeeding in public? Try these tips from MOTHERS EN VOGUE – the sleek and sassy clothing label for breastfeeding and expectant mums.

One of the most common reasons why mothers give up on breastfeeding is because they prematurely conclude they don’t have – or don’t produce – enough milk. Many mothers, discouraged by the teensy trickles of colostrum in the first few days, don’t put their baby to the breast as often as needed.

For milk production to kick-in it’s crucial to frequently nurse your baby. Milk production is based on the simple principle of demand and supply – the more often your baby is put to the breast, the more milk you will produce. And remember, it can take anywhere from a few days to two weeks for your “mature milk” to come in, so persevere – breastfeeding will soon be a breeze!

Tips for breastfeeding on-the-go

• Dress appropriately Think separates or nursing wear. Don’t be caught off guard pulling half your dress up or down!
• Don’t delay Wailing, distressed babies attract far more attention than nursing babies.
• Latching on Turn your back for the tough part. Latching on can be challenging when you’re not adept in the beginning. But don’t stress, over time it becomes second nature and you’ll be able to latch your hungry baby onto your breast in seconds!
• Undercover action Slings, baby blankets and light pashminas are great for camouflaging the latching on bit. Just make sure you give your baby plenty of breathing room to avoid overheating.
• Privacy Create your own private space. Sit away from the main flow of traffic or with your back towards oncoming traffic. Read a book or magazine, or chat with a friend.
• Practice makes perfect Persevere. Breastfeeding in public gets easier once you’ve had more experience.