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This Mom Doesn’t Care One Bit About Public Breastfeeding
In a delightful twist of events, a photo of a mom nursing at a wedding reception has taken the internet by storm. The image is absolutely heartwarming, capturing a blissful moment where the mom appears completely at ease, unfazed by the potential judgment surrounding public breastfeeding at a formal event. Just as it should be!
Meet Lily Thompson
Meet 21-year-old Lily Thompson from Vilseck, Germany, who is the proud mom of her adorable 10-month-old son Charlie. According to reports from Buzzfeed, she breastfeeds Charlie wherever life takes her—be it grocery stores, airports, or a wedding, and guess what? She’s not worried about opinions.
In the viral photo, Lily is seen feeding her son, her dress casually pulled aside, with a beaming smile on her face. She quips, “I made the silly face because feeding your baby is honestly no big deal. It’s just a breast; it’s what I was given to nourish my hungry child.”
Normalizing Breastfeeding
Lily, an Army wife whose partner is currently on a nine-month deployment, is pleasantly surprised that her simple act of breastfeeding has captivated so many online after being shared by the Empowered Birth Project on Instagram. She’s shared nursing photos in the past, treating them as totally normal—because they are. Normalizing breastfeeding in public spaces is still a crucial conversation. While many have praised her, some have suggested she should cover up or pump instead. Eye roll, right?
Lily admits it can be intimidating to nurse in public, especially at events like weddings. By sharing this picture, she hopes to encourage other moms who might feel hesitant to do the same. “I wanted to show that breastfeeding is no big deal, regardless of the setting.” She finds it amusing that while social media is filled with revealing outfits, some people clutch their pearls at the sight of a mother feeding her child.
The Reality of Breastfeeding
The reality is that breastfeeding can feel limiting for moms who feel they must hide away to feed their little ones. With Charlie now 10 months old, Lily recognizes how exhausting it can be to find secluded spots to nurse. Moms should be able to live life fully, feeding their babies whenever and wherever they need to, without the need to retreat.
It’s also interesting to note that despite not making a fuss about her choice of attire, Lily simply wore a dress she loved, tugging it down without worrying about showing too much skin. After all, as she puts it, “It’s just normal—you have conversations while feeding your child. It’s not sexual; it’s just another person eating.”
And we couldn’t agree more!
Learn More
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In summary, Lily Thompson’s viral photo is a refreshing reminder that breastfeeding is a natural and beautiful part of motherhood, irrespective of where it happens. We should all embrace the normalcy of feeding our little ones without shame or hesitation!