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Hey There, Mamas!
Gather ’round because it’s time for another round of mom-shaming. This week’s hot topic is “brexting” — yes, that’s right, it’s the act of breastfeeding while checking your phone. Apparently, this new phenomenon is leading some folks to believe that you’re somehow harming your baby.
The Debate on Brexting
This term has been floating around on parenting forums where moms are debating the so-called dangers of scrolling through social media or sending emails during nursing sessions. Now, some experts are getting on board, warning that these moments are crucial for bonding between mom and baby. Dr. Lila Morgan, a psychologist who focuses on maternal health, shared with Southern California Health Radio that “distracted mothers” — the trendy label for any mom who dares to multitask — might miss important cues about their baby’s needs.
She states, “If a baby is trying to connect with you through coos or smiles and you’re not engaged, it might lead to attachment issues.” Just imagine that new mom, exhausted and still figuring it all out. Maybe she’s on a Facebook group getting support during a tough feed or playing a quick game to stay alert because she’s been up every couple of hours for weeks. And here comes the brexting police to tell her she’s failing her baby by not being 100% focused.
Hospital Counsel and Mom Guilt
Nurses in California hospitals are reportedly even taking time to counsel new moms about phone use during feeding. Seriously? If someone walked into my hospital room to lecture me on my phone habits, I’d probably hand them the device and tell them to take a hike!
A Call for Support
Here’s a thought: let’s stop finding new ways to make moms feel guilty for just trying to get through the day. Sure, feeding time is special, but it happens every few hours, and we’ve all got lives to juggle. Instead of focusing on the supposed dangers of using Candy Crush while nursing, maybe we should look into how it feels to raise a child under the constant pressure of doing everything “wrong.” I have a feeling that study would have some pretty alarming results.
Further Reading
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Conclusion
In summary, the debate around “brexting” reflects a larger issue of mom-shaming that needs to be addressed. Mothers should be supported in their choices and feel free to multitask without guilt, as parenting is already a challenging journey.