Washington Head Start Bans Breastfeeding Violating Discrimination Law

[The Straight Story]

Washington Head Start Bans Breastfeeding Violating Discrimination Law

A mother who regularly volunteers at a Head Start program in Washington state was told she would no longer be able to breastfeed her 13-month toddler because it made some parents and staff uncomfortable.

There are so many things wrong with this story! Associated Content reports:

The teacher in this situation asked Knott to remove herself and her baby to one designated bathroom or the center’s conference room for breastfeeding and that only in these areas would they permit breastfeeding. She said this would apply to all breastfeeding mothers. When Knott asked, “Would you make a bottle feeding mom go to the bathroom to feed her baby?” the teacher said no.

Knott asked if this was an official Head Start policy. The teacher said that it’s to make other volunteers and staff feel comfortable and to prepare the children for public school, where breastfeeding won’t be allowed.

http://ecochildsplay.com/2010/11/22/washington-head-start-bans-breastfeeding-violating-discrimination-law/

[Boudica the Lyoness]

1. So they are still pulling this shit.

I remember back in 1975 having to sit on public toilets to breast feed my little baby because of other women being grossed out. All you see was his little feet sticking out from under my top. I was told by a woman that breast feeding was animal like. That was the Washington DC area.

Now whenever I see a woman putting a rubber nipple in her baby's mouth I have to fight the urge to let her know how I feel about it. I bet if I ever did make a comment it would be to a mother who was giving her babe pumped breast milk, lol.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

2. I cannot believe there are still people who are like these idiots.

That mother has the right to discreetly breastfeed wherever she likes! I believe it's the law, too.

At least it is here in California.

As it should be.

People who want breastfeeding moms to hide are so fucked up.

Recommended.

[Chulanowa]

3. Yes, but what about smoking pit bulls in Olive Garden who drive hummers?