What can I use to cover when breastfeeding?
Apron-style nursing covers slip over your neck and drape over your chest and stomach — imagine an apron without a waist tie. Wearable nursing covers are shawls, scarves or ponchos that you can wear throughout the day and convert into a cover when it’s time to nurse.
Do you need a nursing shawl?
Nursing covers are an optional item, but the right one really can make you feel more comfortable feeding your baby in public. Depending on the type of nursing cover you want, it can also double (or triple!) as a car seat cover, blanket, or clothing item, so it’s money well spent!
How do shawls cover nursing?
To nurse, unloop the scarf and pull it down over your torso. Slide your baby under the cover. A nursing tank top or bra is key for easy access. You can peek at your baby through the neck hole.
Can you breastfeed in a sling?
A sling can also help practically, as you can breastfeed safely and comfortably in all Oscha wraps, ring slings and carriers. Using a carrier for breastfeeding/nursing can bring amazing freedom as you use your carrier as a feeding aid.
How can I breastfeed in public without cover?
Wear a nursing scarf to breastfeed in public. Instead, place the fabric strategically over your chest while pulling the top of your shirt down. The scarf will give you a little extra coverage so you can discreetly breastfeed in public without a cover.
Are nursing covers necessary?
Are nursing covers necessary? Absolutely not! While the specific laws differ state to state, all moms across the country now have the legal right to breastfeed in public. But while some moms are at ease with public breastfeeding from day one, others feel more comfortable having a little coverage.
How do you breastfeed an infinity scarf?
- Step 1: Cut the fabric. First, cut your jersey-knit material to measure 28 inches long by 60 inches wide.
- Step 2: Fold and pin. Next, fold your material in half lengthwise so that the short ends meet (the 28-inch sides) and your yard of fabric can make a circle.
- Step 3: Sew and finish.
- Step 4: Use and enjoy.