A Georgia mother recently shared her experience on Facebook about being told she could not breastfeed her baby at a waterpark, sparking a debate about discrimination against nursing mothers in public. Tiffany Francis explained that she had tried to nurse her 11-month-old baby to sleep in the Lazy River at Rigby’s Water World in Warner Robins, Georgia, but was told by a lifeguard that she couldn’t breastfeed in the water. Despite checking the park rules and finding no mention of breastfeeding restrictions, a manager told her that the rule prohibiting food and drinks in the water also applied to her breasts. After being denied a refund, Francis left the park feeling upset and violated. Georgia law 31-1-9 protects a mother’s right to breastfeed her baby in any location where she and the baby are otherwise authorized to be. Following her Facebook post, Francis received apologies from the owner and general manager of Rigby’s Water World, but felt that the apologies were insincere. Breastfeeding offers numerous benefits for both mother and baby, including a lower risk of illnesses and diseases for the baby, as well as decreased likelihood of developing certain conditions for the mother. Despite legal protections, discrimination against breastfeeding mothers is still common, and many mothers face public shaming for nursing in public. It is important for mothers to remember their rights and to stand up for themselves when facing criticism. Positive support is crucial for breastfeeding mothers, so if someone feels the need to comment, they should choose their words carefully and offer encouragement rather than criticism. Overall, it is essential to create a supportive and accepting environment for breastfeeding mothers, as they are simply exercising their right to nurture and care for their babies.
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