These celebrity moms prove there's nothing wrong with breastfeeding in public
A mother's love knows no boundaries so every time their babies demand something like food, a mom's automatic response is to provide them with anything they need instantly, especially with their young age. That's why many moms are grateful to be able to breastfeed their infants because of how convenient and economical it is.
Besides being the ideal nutrition for the baby, breastfeeding offers bond and attachment because it promotes skin-to-skin contact that triggers the oxytocin, also known as the "calming hormone", as the baby latches on breast and controls the flow of the milk.
While it is very beneficial for the baby's growth and development, breastfeeding also offers health benefits for the mom like reducing the risk of breast and ovarian cancer, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure, and the list goes on.
For lactating moms who feel uncomfortable about breastfeeding in public places, good thing, there are nursing covers and clothes that come in handy that they can wear confidently while their babies sneak a snack.
As seen on celebrities like Marian Rivera, Iya Villania, and Isabelle Daza, they love a good nursing cover as it is designed to let them breastfeed discreetly. While some celebrities also like Anne Curtis, Coleen Garcia, and Joyce Pring chose to freely let their babies suckle on their breasts uncovered.
Regardless, breastfeeding is a bodily function so lactating moms can't be judged by the way they feed their babies.
Get to know the inspiring celebrity moms who normalize breastfeeding in public in this gallery.
Marian Rivera
As a proud "padede" mom, it's no-brainer for Marian Rivera to nurse her children whenever they demand it. In one occasion, the Kapuso Primetime Queen was spotted nursing her firstborn, Zia, while she's in an airport in Orange County, California.
Zia's birthday
Marian Rivera's friend and former colleague, Aiai Delas Alas, captured this heartwarming moment where the former is nursing her daughter, Zia, during the latter's birthday in November 2016. In the caption, the Comedy Concert Queen described Marian as "ulirang ina" because she purely breastfed Zia for the first few years of her life.
Iya Villania
Now pregnant with her fifth child, Iya Villania has mastered the art of balancing work and motherhood. In this shot, the 'Chika Minute' presenter is breastfeeding her firstborn, Primo, with a nursing cover while her makeup is being done.
Pumping mama
Iya Villania takes every opportunity she gets to pump milk from her breast even in uncomfortable places like when she's traveling on a plane.
Anne Curtis
Though Anne Curtis is fully aware of the struggles that come with breastfeeding, she considers this as an unforgettable experience as a mom.
Breastfeeding journey
Anne Curtis always cherishes the times when she breastfed her daughter, Dahlia, for 17 months.
Nadine Samonte
Nadine Samonte goes out on a date with husband Richard Chua while breastfeeding their daughter, Heather Sloane, as seen in this photo.
Coleen Garcia
Coleen Garcia was having an alone time while riding a paddle board until her son, Amari, spotted her while he was playing in the water. The ending? The supposed me-time turned into a breastfeeding session, and Coleen didn't complain one bit.
Strike anywhere
Coleen Garcia confidently nurses her baby uncovered even while other people's around.
Angelica Panganiban
Angelica Panganiban swears by the convenience of breastfeeding because she can offer her breast to her child, Bean, whenever she needs it.
Multitasking
A breastfeeding mom needs extra calories to produce milk, so when the baby feeds, the mommy eats!
