More and more people are breastfeeding in public these days, but if you’re just starting out, you might be uncomfortable.

That’s understandable. It’s tough to learning a new skill when people are watching. Many people may be embarrassed by the thought of exposing their breast in public. There are lots of ways around these concerns. Here are some ideas to consider:

• Breastfeeding is normal – breasts exist for feeding babies
• Breastfeeding can be performed discreetly. Try it sitting in front of a mirror. See how little breast actually shows when you breastfeed
• Some people will place a cover, such as a light receiving blanket, over their baby while they latch on, removing the cover once the baby is latched
• When enough people breastfeed in public it will become so common, no one will notice
• If someone has a problem with breastfeeding, it is their problem, not yours or your baby’s
• In British Columbia, all people have the legal right to breastfeed in any public area. Asking someone who is breastfeeding a child to move or cover up is illegal