Breastfeeding in public
With a little practice, you will be able breastfeed your baby in public. You can breastfeed without a cover. Or, there are many creative options you can choose for privacy that include:
- putting a sun hat on your baby
- using a blanket to cover your baby
- using a commercial product that covers your baby
Talk with your lactation resource if you have questions.
Minnesota and Wisconsin both have laws that protect rights to breastfeed in public. You can breastfeed anywhere you and your baby have a right to be.
Wearing your baby is good for bonding and breastfeeding.
There are different ways to breastfeed in public. Your lactation resource can help you.
'Wearing' Your Baby
You can spend close time with your baby by wearing your baby. Use an approved, safe carrier to keep your baby snuggled to your chest and stomach.
While wearing your baby and watching for feeding cues, your baby will cry less often and nurse more. This also allows you to have your hands free to get things done.
Try the baby carrier on at the store to make sure it fits.