Breastfeeding Should Be Allowed In Public

The culture, history, economy, and politics of the Southern states have been studied extensively. Yet, one element of life in the South has received much less attention: women 's experiences during childbirth (Simon, Richard M. "Women 's Birth Experiences and Evaluations: A View from the American South" no. 1, 2016, pp.1-38). Childbirth plays a substantial role in enslaved woman 's lives positively and negatively. During slavery, enslaved poor women who were wet-nurses were forced to give up their milk just to feed another women’s child. Feeding another woman 's child with one 's own milk constituted a form of labor, but it was work that could only be undertaken by lactating women who had borne their own children (West, E. and Knight, R. "Mother 's Milk: Slavery, Wet-Nursing and Black and White Women in the Antebellum South" no. 37, 2017, pp.

As a group, society gets uncomfortable when it comes to women’s sexuality and nudity, especially in public. Natalie Angier, a journalist and New York Times best-selling author, is not intimidated when it comes to these matters. In her book An Intimate Geography, Angier explores the female body and all of its wonders. This novel opened my eyes and my attitudes to many events that are happening in society. When reading Natalie Angier’s book, the element that captivated my attention the most was the chapter regarding breasts, titled Circular Reasoning.

Breasts can be sexual. Yes, the breast can be sexual but if you are feeding your baby in public then people should not worry about it, a mother that is feeding her baby who is hungry should not have to worry about other people shaming her for what she is doing what is best for her child, a mother should be comfortable wherever she is and whenever. Why stare at her and make her uncomfortable? The Oklahoma State Department of Health states that Oklahoma mothers have the right to breastfeed anywhere they have a right to be, and shall be excused from jury duty if upon request. (Roseanne Smith)

The rise of social media has taken the world of media by storm in the last couple of years. People of all ages are on these social medias, showcasing their “fabulous” lives to those who follow them. Celebrities have even given us the opportunity to take a glimpse of their lifestyles. With the opportunity of giving others the ability to see one’s lifestyle, one is basically giving viewers the chance to have a say in what one shares. Female celebrities are at the center of attention every time they decide to post something online. I see some of my favorite female celebrities post pictures of themselves in their bikini, excited to share with their followers the fun they are having. Instead of people complimenting her on the picture, her comments are filled with body shaming, sexism, and misogynist remarks. There is no difference in Hispanic culture or American culture because it happens straight across the board. These women are ridiculed and sometimes forced to take down a picture because of all the negative comments they are receiving. In my experience, I think twice before posting a shot of myself at the beach or in a bikini because I am afraid of the comments that will accompany it. I also know my parents would not approve of me posting a picture of myself “half naked” online because they would think I was selling myself. There is a significant difference when it comes to male celebrities posting pictures of them half naked. Instead of being shamed for their actions, they are encouraged to keep posting similar photos on their social media. There is an evident double standard between both genders in each culture and I have been victim of it. I have tired my best to stray away from it, but it is impossible because society has made a list of rules each gender has to abide to. It is a constant battle everyday and though we have managed to advance it, there is still

Sexism runs rampant through the institutions of contemporary life. While politics, marriage, education, and athletics are a few of many institutions plagued by sexism, women’s healthcare is perhaps the most egregious of them all because it is a life or death proposition. Women’s healthcare is often put second to men’s healthcare, as physicians neglect to recognize the biological differences between the sexes. This results in women receiving improper treatment for their symptoms or having their needs entirely neglected. Not only do these issues affect women, but also, being that females are child bearers, the lack of attention paid to female health potentially impacts the wellbeing of future children. A number of changes should be implemented

In The Guide “Best Practice Guide from Implementation of Creating Breastfeeding Friendly Space by Jeff Spitz, Sharon Marshall-Taylor, Natalie Felida an entire page was dedicated to describe the problem that led to the need of The Breastfeeding and Policy Intern: “The Brooklyn Breastfeeding Empowerment Zone (BFEZ) is a community-based initiative that addresses the unique structural and cultural barriers which impact breastfeeding rates in Bedford Stuyvesant and Brownsville. The goal of the Brooklyn Breastfeeding Empowerment Zone is to develop a sustainable, replicable, community-based model in North/Central Brooklyn where breastfeeding is the norm and is seen as the default choice for families”. It does so by promoting and empowering community

Are you joining yet infant downpour yet you have actually notted having enough concepts on a good present to provide the mommy to get yet the brand new child. Do not fuss, there is actually still time as well as lots of tips you can easily deal with.

Each person has a different and unique reason to be pro-choice. Someone’s own body is their property, and no one can use it without permission or consent. I am pro-choice because I don't think there is any reasoning why a woman should have to face all the ramifications or consequences from something that she did not do alone. If a guy can get a woman pregnant and then flee, there is no reason why she should be the only one responsible for everything. Having more options puts a woman on a more equal position with men, instead of being someone that can be taken advantage of. In addition, I think that it is best for a child to not be born at all than to be born loathed, by a mother who is forced to have him because she has no other options, and not because she wants the child.

Pregnancy and birth for the modern Ojibwe woman differs very little from current American practices. Both AN and her brother were born in a hospital, their mother received prenatal care, and both were formula fed. When asked about breastfeeding views patient was unsure if she would want to breastfeed when she has children as her mother didn’t and she feels that it would be very embarrassing to breastfeed in public. AN states that Ojibwe women are very modest and do not feel comfortable being exposed in public no do they feel it is appropriate.

Working women all over know the joy that comes when they find out there will soon be a baby added to their family. She and her spouse have a lot of planning to do and a long time to plan.

In the Chicago Tribune, August 1, 2000, Darryl E. Owens (Knight Ridder) writes about a birthing practice used for thousands of years that has made a renewed entrance into American Healthcare entitled, “Childbirth ‘Doulas’ Take Root” (Owens, 2000). I found this article to be very interesting as I am studying to enter nursing school, and I have a desire to work as a nurse in women’s health, especially obstetrics. This article describes a different approach to preparing and supporting expecting families before, during and immediately after childbirth.

In the Province of Ontario, Canada, the Ontario’s Employment Standards Act, have their own set of legislation concerning pregnancy. The Act prohibits the discrimination of mothers who are breastfeeding in public places such as theaters, restaurants, and parks to name a few. By law, no one is permitted to tell her that she must go to a private area to feed her infant. According to the British Columbia Human Rights Coalition, the number of pregnancy discrimination complaints increased by 50% in the 2010-2011 period compared to the previous year. And in April 2009, the Human Rights Commission in Alberta, Canada received a total of 2,138 complaints, of which 532 of them were pregnancy related. Research has shown an increase in pregnancy related discrimination throughout Canada.

When baby is born and a woman enters motherhood, her maternal instincts come naturally, either right away or over time. The one major problem with that is that becoming a mother comes with somestereotypes and misconseptions to be a perfect one. Stereotypes and misconceptions are both opinions about a group of individuals. Misconceptions, however, are lies made up about a group. Mothers, especially new ones, are pressured so much in their lives, because they have a child to take responsibility for. All of these presumptions may add stress that a new mother is already dealing with from learning how to take care of her baby. Family members and even community members put these mothers to shame by telling them how to do something the “correct”

A beautiful, white 22-year-old woman, strutting down the streets of New York. She’s 5”6 with gorgeous blonde locks, 100 pounds, not a single flaw on her face, with clothes revealing her hourglass figure. A 14-year-old teenager watches this ad from her computer and now has the irresistible urge to diet to feel validated. What are idealized images of women? They are deliberate diabolical images of women that are retouched and unfeasible. Women are always in a constant race to compete with the flawless guidelines exposed in media; which leads to frustration with their own bodies. Many women decide to take action which sometimes destroys their entire life. Why does media want to damage a new generation of adults? Money. Media is a monster devouring

Breastfeeding in public some would say is “inappropriate” or “ distracting”. In reality all it is a mother feeding her baby to only feed and not purposely show people her breast. Some mothers feel the need to have to cover up with a blanket or go to the bathroom just so she will not have to worry about being looked at and judged. Women who breastfeed in public but will cover up either want to, or are covering up because what they will hear from people. They will hear comments like ,“ a lot of men either say that it should be done behind closed doors or covered up.” Some will use the excuse, “ as a man, it makes me feel bad to see women half naked when I have a girlfriend” ( “Can’t they wait…”). As much as people would believe that breastfeeding in public is “disgusting”, there’s nothing illegal about it. “A new state law established a mother’s right to breastfeed her child wherever