Not to further the issue... but my opinion.....
You can't lock up a child at home--- the kid needs to be out in public. That is how the child learn to socialize and learns how to act in public. Leaving a kid at home is selfish, lazy parenting. You have to set examples, lay down the rules and ohhhh not be lazy by enforcing them-- follow thru. If that means you have to get up and take the kid outside then do it. Kids will learn how to act when their parents take the responsibility to teach them.
Regarding breastfeeding--- if that is what you want to do good for you. It isn't too hard to drape a blanket over the tit. I really don't want to see (that especially goes for the trashy woman in walmart last summer who had the kid slung over one arm- boob hanging out while she undid the other side of the bra to switch sides-thus both boobs were hanging out--ewhh!) It is natural, but I don't want to watch. Just cover it up, that is all I ask. And regarding outside food at resturants-- come on, its a kid--- babyfood, snacks, etc is always acceptable when given to a child. I have NEVER ran into a place yet that would forbid me from giving my kids a box of raisins or whatever to keep the kid happy. That is part of reasonsible parenting--being prepared when the kid is hungry---again no one wants to hear your screaming kid.
And Maria--- roses to you for suggesting that comments be removed! That was very sisterly!!!
And Sandy--roses to you too for quoting!!!! You helped fulfill my bitchy/ nosey desires!!!
This has been a very entertaining thread!!!!
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