A side effect of the low breastfeeding rates in past decades is the fact that many women have husbands who were not breastfed themselves and may have their own issues about breasts and breastfeeding. Overall, it can be very hard to persevere with breastfeeding when an important family member thinks you are doing something that is, at best, odd, and at worst, offensive, even if you know in your heart that it's best for you and your baby. A woman's reactions to objections from other people will vary depending on her relationship with those people, her personality, and the amount of support she has from friends, family, or her La Leche League Group. For some women, it is easier to stand up to a stranger who objects to her breastfeeding in a public place rather than someone they will have to deal with again, such as a friend or family member. The mother who has support and information on her side will feel more confident no matter where or how she feeds her baby.
Mothers can make their lives easier with good communication skills.
Responding to Criticism . Find your own comfort zone for mothering your baby. Whether you decide to breastfeed everywhere, no matter who is there, or to avoid feeding your baby in front of other people, do it with confidence and don't apologize. At the same time, be open to expanding your comfort zone. Becoming a mother can motivate a woman to do things she never dreamed of before.