Show Notes
Udders (a functional part of cows, lambs, goats) produce milk in the same way that breasts (a functional part of women) produce milk for tiny humans.
Do you think cows, lambs, or goats shame other cows, lambs or goats when feeding their young, just because farmers also milk them for dairy milk?
Because breasts are also used for sexual pleasure, they should be kept hidden, covered up and not be seen outside of specific environments.
Despite their original, natural function of feeding newborn babies.
This week’s podcast answers a Mum’s question of how to answer her 2-year-olds questions around breastfeeding as she is expecting baby no.2 soon. With her first daughter she bottle fed if in public or went to a private room.
Let me just say that these options are totally ok, if they are your choice.
However, a mother who has been taught that her breasts should remain private and hidden, EVEN, when providing food for her kid, is being shamed and made to feel embarrassed about a natural, everyday thing.
So this episode is made to help the Mama’s with inquisitive 2-year-olds that want to know why Mummy is putting a boobie/breast/(insert word used) in their sibling’s mouth.
I share how you can satisfy any questions they have whilst building a foundational connection.
My answers, also potentially, bring you some comfort if you’re facing your own feelings (maybe shame/embarrassment/discomfort) around breasts and breastfeeding.
A lot of the work we do around building connections with our kid(s) involves us taking a look at what we believe and what we were taught. This can be very uncomfortable.
So remember to be kind to yourself and get ready for some surefire ways to support you in a situation like this.
As always if you’re needing some extra support do reach out via https://www.instagram.com/iamsarahsproule/
or join the The Evolve School waitlist.
Until next time.
x Sarah
Shownotes
Book: Milky by Agnes Saccani & Maria Betsworth - www.milkmakingmamas.co.uk IG: @MilkMakingMama
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