In a recent incident, a mother named Sarah experienced an unexpected fallout after posting a picture of herself tandem breastfeeding. Sarah, who was also wet-nursing, found her Facebook account deactivated shortly after sharing the heartfelt image. This event comes on the heels of Facebook’s announcement that it would no longer censor breastfeeding photographs, although it seems this policy has limitations, especially when it comes to wet-nursing.
The supportive community, Breastfeeding Mamas Unite, posted Sarah’s touching story earlier this week. “Last Friday, while I was busy baking a cake, I received a random text from a friend asking if I could help feed a baby in need,” she recounted. “The baby’s mom was in surgery and the little one wouldn’t take a bottle.”
For many breastfeeding mothers, the situation can be quite daunting, as some exclusively breastfed babies refuse to accept anything other than breast milk. Wet-nursing can be a lifesaver in such cases. “I’ve nursed 10 babies in my time and I have four of my own,” Sarah shared. “When the baby arrived, it was clear she was hungry and tired. I did what I hope anyone would do for my child if I were in need. I nursed a stranger’s baby. It was surprising how many people thought it was odd or unnatural. They are just breasts, meant for feeding babies. And by the way, they’re mine!”
Shortly after her post went viral, Sarah’s husband revealed that her account had been flagged by Facebook. Sarah received a notification stating her account was considered fake and she needed to verify her identity. After sending her driver’s license and several other documents, she still faced issues. “Facebook claimed I wasn’t who I said I was, prompting me to send them my military ID, marriage license, and more,” she explained. “My account was inactive for about 18 hours because of this.”
This situation is frustrating, especially given Facebook’s recent commitment to support breastfeeding mothers. “I believe this might just be another form of harassment aimed at breastfeeding women,” Sarah hypothesized. “Someone likely reported my photo, but it didn’t breach any community guidelines, which is why it remained up until I got reinstated.”
Wet-nursing is simply another form of breastfeeding. Even if the practice is viewed as taboo in some cultures, if it helps a mother in need, it should be embraced. For more on this topic, check out our blog post on the various aspects of home insemination.
In conclusion, Sarah’s experience highlights the complexities surrounding social media policies and breastfeeding images. The support for breastfeeding mothers is essential, and it’s important to advocate for their rights while addressing any stigmas associated with practices like wet-nursing. For additional resources about pregnancy and home insemination, visit this informative page on IUI success rates.