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Hard to nurse discreetly??
"JoAnna" writes:
I read is some posts about wearing double shirts, nursing shirts (yucko) or pulling one's breast out through wierd parts of your shirt...do people generally have a rough time nursing discreetly in "normal" clothes? Or does wearing a sling or carrier make it difficult? I think the thing that really makes it difficult is when the baby is old enough to want to pull away and look around a lot. Before that happens, it's pretty easy to figure out a strategy to keep the exciting parts hidden. Afterwards, the mom is probably bound to flash an occasional inch of areola at the adoring public. When I started nursing my 1st I went and purchased some nursing shirts (overpriced, awkward and a waste of time!!) Nursing shirts are overpriced, but I think they cover the belly a little better than the baby does, and they're also great for pumping in the office. If you're pumping in an office or cubicle and someone just barges in, all they see is the Isis sticking out of the shirt, looking like a weird water glass. Just undo the nursing bra, One thing I've done is stopped wearing bras for the duration. The easiest bra to undo is one that doesn't exist. So - now that i am planning on using the Maya Wrap and nursing in it can anyone tell me if my "normal shirt" nursing approach witll leave me exposed in public? If you're happy using a normal shirt without a Maya Wrap, you should be even better covered when you're using the Maya Wrap. |
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Hard to nurse discreetly??
"Al Bell" wrote in message ... "JoAnna" writes: I read is some posts about wearing double shirts, nursing shirts (yucko) or pulling one's breast out through wierd parts of your shirt...do people generally have a rough time nursing discreetly in "normal" clothes? Or does wearing a sling or carrier make it difficult? I think the thing that really makes it difficult is when the baby is old enough to want to pull away and look around a lot. Before that happens, it's pretty easy to figure out a strategy to keep the exciting parts hidden. Afterwards, the mom is probably bound to flash an occasional inch of areola at the adoring public. i found nursing an older baby to be alot easier in general. my ds was just so quick about it i guess. with the little babies it seems they need more help latching and my dd here pops off alot. so far so good though. When I started nursing my 1st I went and purchased some nursing shirts (overpriced, awkward and a waste of time!!) Nursing shirts are overpriced, but I think they cover the belly a little better than the baby does, and they're also great for pumping in the office. If you're pumping in an office or cubicle and someone just barges in, all they see is the Isis sticking out of the shirt, looking like a weird water glass. good point, i didn't have to deal with that. Just undo the nursing bra, One thing I've done is stopped wearing bras for the duration. The easiest bra to undo is one that doesn't exist. lucky you...i'd look like a contestant in a wet t-shirt contest...and after nursing 2 kids things just aren't as perky as they once were ( So - now that i am planning on using the Maya Wrap and nursing in it can anyone tell me if my "normal shirt" nursing approach witll leave me exposed in public? If you're happy using a normal shirt without a Maya Wrap, you should be even better covered when you're using the Maya Wrap. i am not personally worried about being covered, i was just wondering whaat all the fuss was about. i prefer to be discreet but i am not embarrassed. i am usually more concerned about covering up if i am out with DH as it makes him uncomfortable sometimes (but he is a BIG bf-ing supporter) |
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Hard to nurse discreetly??
"JoAnna" wrote in message et... I read is some posts about wearing double shirts, nursing shirts (yucko) or pulling one's breast out through wierd parts of your shirt...do people generally have a rough time nursing discreetly in "normal" clothes? Or does wearing a sling or carrier make it difficult? When I started nursing my 1st I went and purchased some nursing shirts (overpriced, awkward and a waste of time!!) Then I bought shirts that buttoned down the front and had "easy access" that way but I was either entirely exposed (not convenient in some public places) or I had to cover up with a cloth or whatever. Then my friend showed me how she used her normal shirt (for her a T-shirt) that was a little baggy to nurse dicreetly. It made life so much simpler for me!!! Just undo the nursing bra, Stick the baby up your shirt ) and then position your shirt to cover the exciting parts...the only part of baby that gets sort of covered is her mouth really. The baby and your arm cover the rest. So - now that i am planning on using the Maya Wrap and nursing in it can anyone tell me if my "normal shirt" nursing approach witll leave me exposed in public? Thanks-- JoAnna #1 DS 2yrs BFd 18.5 months #2 DD 2 wks old I have some nursing tops that I love, and one I hate - only use if desperate. it might just be you have one that is a pain, and might do better with a different style. I got mine on ebay, they don't have to be horribly expensive. you can even get dresses if you want to dress up a little. I am currently just wearing an oversize t-shirt... Edith |
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Hard to nurse discreetly??
I have some nursing tops that I love, and one I hate - only use if desperate. it might just be you have one that is a pain, and might do better with a different style. I got mine on ebay, they don't have to be horribly expensive. you can even get dresses if you want to dress up a little. I am currently just wearing an oversize t-shirt... Edith the one's i have came from Motherhood Maternity. They have slits cut in them and a flat over that. it's alot of extra material and looks like a nursing shirt. i tried a few different types and now i don't bother. to each his own. |
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Hard to nurse discreetly??
"JoAnna" wrote in message news I have some nursing tops that I love, and one I hate - only use if desperate. it might just be you have one that is a pain, and might do better with a different style. I got mine on ebay, they don't have to be horribly expensive. you can even get dresses if you want to dress up a little. I am currently just wearing an oversize t-shirt... Edith the one's i have came from Motherhood Maternity. They have slits cut in them and a flat over that. it's alot of extra material and looks like a nursing shirt. i tried a few different types and now i don't bother. to each his own. yup. just thought it might help. Good luck with what you do Edith |
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Hard to nurse discreetly??
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generally have a rough time nursing discreetly in "normal" clothes? Or does wearing a sling or carrier make it difficult? I always just wore 'normal clothes', but I never used a sling or carrier either. A loose-fitting tee shirt or blouse (anything I could lift from the waist) and a nursing bra were my standard 'away-from-the-house' garb while breastfeeding. If I wasn't too concerned about being discreet, I might wear a dress that buttoned down the front. I assume I was always discreet enough in the two-piece outfits, since nobody ever seemed to have given me a second look or comment the many times I NIP'ed. Naomi CAPPA Certified Lactation Educator (either remove spamblock or change address to to e-mail reply.) |
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Hard to nurse discreetly??
"JoAnna" wrote in message . net...
So - now that i am planning on using the Maya Wrap and nursing in it can anyone tell me if my "normal shirt" nursing approach witll leave me exposed in public? Just today had my second adventure NIP. My mum and I were sitting at lunch, Bug (4 weeks old) was in the Maya Wrap in the newborn vertical carry, and she started pecking at my chest with her mouth open like a little chicken. I just lifted up my t-shirt in the middle, unsnapped my bra, loosened the sling a bit to put her at the right level, and all three of us chowed happily. She didn't look any different from the outside than she had 5 minutes earlier when she was sleeping. I haven't yet tried using nursing clothing -- may do so at some point, but I don't feel any urgency to it. Kate and Bug June 8 2003 |
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Hard to nurse discreetly??
Akuvikate wrote:
"JoAnna" wrote in message . net... So - now that i am planning on using the Maya Wrap and nursing in it can anyone tell me if my "normal shirt" nursing approach witll leave me exposed in public? Just today had my second adventure NIP. My mum and I were sitting at lunch, Bug (4 weeks old) was in the Maya Wrap in the newborn vertical carry, and she started pecking at my chest with her mouth open like a little chicken. I just lifted up my t-shirt in the middle, unsnapped my bra, loosened the sling a bit to put her at the right level, and all three of us chowed happily. She didn't look any different from the outside than she had 5 minutes earlier when she was sleeping. I haven't yet tried using nursing clothing -- may do so at some point, but I don't feel any urgency to it. Kate and Bug June 8 2003 It sounds this is a good system for you and you don't need nursing clothes (well, dresses might be nice). With DD, I bought one nursing shirt but otherwise I just wore regular clothes with a nursing bra and lifted from the bottom. Like Naomi, no wrap or tent or blanket. I don't remember any stares so it must have been discreet. I didn't wear a dress for 3 years, but luckily I worked in a very casual place. This time with DS, I bought a nursing swimsuit and that'll be about all. Jeanne |
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