Breastfeeding, I support it but...

[MaryAnnDVC]

On 6/20 we were leaving MK at 10:30. Fireworks were delayed due to a storm. We were walking through the stores on Main Street to stay a little more dry. Walked out of the clothing stores and then into the Main Street Bakery. At the exit door on the right hand side was a breast feeding mom in the female "full monty" even though the baby could only feed on one side at a time.

I have no problems with breastfeeding but this seemed a littled out there. I actually stood at the side of the door blocking her until she was done then we continued on our way. She appeared to be from a different culture so maybe it is more accepted where she comes from.

A newbie! Welcome to the DIS.

As far as the topic...I didn't read past the OP. Let me know if anyone's said anything new about the topic.

 

[jlder72]

A newbie! Welcome to the DIS.

As far as the topic...I didn't read past the OP. Let me know if anyone's said anything new about the topic.

I don't understand. I tried to do the polite thing and now it is 7 pages.

 

[luvsJack]

Will someone explain to me WHY it is necessary to have both breasts hanging out?

I don't need an explanation as to why it is her "right", I get that. But why is it necessary to do?

 

[LiberalPrincess]

Will someone explain to me WHY it is necessary to have both breasts hanging out?

I don't need an explanation as to why it is her "right", I get that. But why is it necessary to do?

Because if you have a hungry child the important thing is switching from one side to the other for continuous feeding, not the puritanical opinions of others? Because the sight of a woman's breast while breastfeeding is not a taboo with a large portion of the world? Because depending on the bra you are wearing, it is not easy to slip one back in while the child is latched onto the other? Because breastfeeding sometimes makes your nipples hurt like heck (sores and all) and sometimes anything coming in contact with your nipple right afterward is like rubbing an open wound and a breeze feels great? Because you need to put balm on your nipples before covering back up which is not easy when a child is still attached? Because you know the other is showing, so the horse is already out of the barn?

Choose any or all.

 

[Indiana Rose Lee]

None that I know of. I've never seen it, an I've been hanging out with breastfeeders for 25 years.

 

[mrodgers]

Well then, heck....Tourists, start snapping away with those cameras! If it's perfectly nothing at all you mind sharing with the crowds at WDW, then run down and get the Photopass guy while you're at it. Ahhhh....the memories.... Who needs to stand in line for Jasmine when you've got a better photo op right outside the ice cream shop? Wonder if they could "magic" Tinkerbell into one of those pics?

There you go! Your constitutional right is higher than her local rights by Florida state law

 

[Indiana Rose Lee]

Since religion is really not allowed around these parts I will only go so far as to say that it is a silly notion to attend Church in the nude. Not because of any sort of sin, but because it is against the law. Breastfeeding in Church, which is really the central topic here, is, however, protected by the law and, as such, would be allowed.

you go toad!

We hav several moms who nurse during church service.

 

[cteddiesgirl]

Since religion is really not allowed around these parts I will only go so far as to say that it is a silly notion to attend Church in the nude. Not because of any sort of sin, but because it is against the law. Breastfeeding in Church, which is really the central topic here, is, however, protected by the law and, as such, would be allowed.

And most of our laws are based on what? Religion. Most of our social mores come from religion. Most of them Christian.


Anyway. There was absolutely no need for her to have both breasts bared for all to see. Even if she switched, she could have covered the other one up.

 

[Mouse House Mama]

Actually, I have my own set to look at if I'm that bored. The Jasmine remark is from when a little girl I know told Jasmine, "You're my Daddy's favorite," and Jasmine replied, "I'm ALL the Daddys' favorite." Seriously, there are usually way more men in line to meet/get pics taken with meet Jasmine than most other princesses.

My point is, I'll hazard a guess that if a mom was BFing with the spare one on display and thought that was perfectly fine and dandy and that no one should mind.......She wouldn't think it so fine and dandy if someone decided to start taking pics of her. But why not? If no one is supposed to be bothered by her extra breast being on display, then she has no right to be bothered by having her photo taken. Fair is fair.

Then again, maybe it wouldn't bother her at all. Someone would have to test the theory to find out. I'm sure someone would volunteer. Of course, as a previous poster pointed out, the level of interest in photo taking may hinge on certain factors.

Well I have to say that even if I wasn't BFing I wouldn't want random people taking pictures of me. That would be weird and I would say something to them.

 

[Art 1]

Interesting, I saw the exact same thing at the exact same place a few months ago. A nice looking Asian lady and the child looked too old to be breast feeding. It was really shocking to see. She didn't seem to mind.

 

[LiberalPrincess]

And most of our laws are based on what? Religion. Most of our social mores come from religion. Most of them Christian.


Anyway. There was absolutely no need for her to have both breasts bared for all to see. Even if she switched, she could have covered the other one up.

Seriously, if you are going to try and use religion, please give quotes. I am happy to provide Biblical quotes about Peter fishing naked (John 21:7) or even Jesus saying it isn't the clothes, but the body that matters. Now, please point out the passage where a woman's breasts while feeding her child should not be exposed. Then, we can talk about this.

 

[jlder72]

what else to do with a slow Monday at work?

I am going to be rude. I am a manager, what should you be doing at work??????????

 

[C.Ann]

Which religion is it that says breasts are taboo?

It's not breasts that are taboo - it's the issue of "modesty".. But - since we aren't really supposed to have religious discussions on this board anymore, I guess you will have to do your own research to find out which religions hold modesty in high regard.. Sorry..

 

[mrodgers]

Well I have to say that even if I wasn't BFing I wouldn't want random people taking pictures of me. That would be weird and I would say something to them.

Yup, might be weird and you might say something, but it wouldn't do any good. It is your, mine, and everyone else's constitutional right to take a photo of you or anyone else except in a place you have an expectation of privacy (bathroom breastfeeding your child for example, not that I'm saying go into the bathroom to breastfeed your child....)

 

[LaurenLC]

If it bothers you so much then don't stand there and watch.... This could be a great opportunity to teach your children not to stare at people.

 

[LiberalPrincess]

If it bothers you so much then don't stand there and watch.... This could be a great opportunity to teach your children not to stare at people.

I agree, and the picture of the baby in your siggy is about the cutest ever!

 

[Lisa loves Pooh]

I don't believe for one minute that a woman was doing the "full monty" while nursing her baby at the Main Street Bakery.

For one--while our FL liberal breastfeeding law allows for incidental exposure of parts during feedings, it doesn't allow the unused side to sit flashing in the breeze.

Nope---I don't believe your story.

 

[Indiana Rose Lee]

And most of our laws are based on what? Religion. Most of our social mores come from religion. Most of them Christian.


Anyway. There was absolutely no need for her to have both breasts bared for all to see. Even if she switched, she could have covered the other one up.

Lol, so which are you against? Religion or breasts?

 

[Lisa loves Pooh]

Disney has no more right to restrict the rights of breastfeeding mothers than it does to have segregation.

As far as the law, they are a public compnay and would be in a heep of legal trouble if they try to manage a policy that defines "discreet" nip.

I.e. They cannot tell me to put a blanket over my baby's head for example. They have no rights as private property in that regard.

Your entire post is incorrect as per the law in Florida.

Disney is a privately held company and therefore has their own policies that can go above and beyond and in some instances can even contradict state laws. For example, some states allow the carrying of concealed weapons but private businesses can ban concealed weapons from their property even though state law says otherwise.

Disney has every right to require a person to cover up if they feel they are showing to much skin in their promoted family friendly environment. Disney even goes so far as to have designated Child care areas where mothers who choose to get away from the public in a quiet area can do so. Do I think every person who wants to breastfeed at WDW has to

go to the child care areas - not at all. But I feel that if you are going to go full monty on top for whatever reason some discretion should be used.

On their website Disney promotes family friendly environment. In America there is a certain level of expectation in what constitutes "family friendly environment". I think Disney has tried to make the parks family friendly for both those with young children who parents do not wish to expose to levels of nudity and those that wish to breastfeed. They aren't going to appease everyone but they are trying to come to some middle ground.

From their website on clothing requirements - I can see they actually don't have a posting that refers to going topless either way. But, common sense tells me that if I am not feeding two children at a time via my breasts I can probably keep the other one covered.

"Is there any clothing that isn't permissible?

The parks are a casual, family-oriented environment. We suggest you dress comfortably, wear good walking shoes and check the local weather report before you leave for the parks.

Ensuring that the parks are family friendly is an important part of the Disney experience. In that spirit, we ask you to use your discretion and common sense. Attire that is not appropriate for the theme parks (and which may result in refusal of admittance) includes but is not limited to:

Adult costumes or clothing that can be viewed as representative of an actual Disney character
Masks (unless you are dressing up for a particular event)
Clothing with objectionable material, including obscene language or graphics
Excessively torn clothing
Clothing which, by nature, exposes excessive portions of the skin that may be viewed as inappropriate for a family environment
Objectionable tattoos "

 

[LiberalPrincess]

Disney has no more right to restrict the rights of breastfeeding mothers than it does to have segregation.

As far as the law, they are a public compnay and would be in a heep of legal trouble if they try to manage a policy that defines "discreet" nip.

I.e. They cannot tell me to put a blanket over my baby's head for example. They have no rights as private property in that regard.

Your entire post is incorrect as per the law in Florida.

Sorry, according to some posters, modesty, religion and protecting children trump the law. So sad.