Number one, don't fight it. Trying to cover a baby's head (especially a mobile baby) is a recipe for having your boob flopping all over. Wear a shirt that allows you easy access without flipping your entire bust out of the shirt, and just go for it. Most people that worry about being discreet make themselves more noticeable than the girl seemingly holding a sleeping infant in the corner, her shirt pulled up and nursling attached.
I agree with HippyFreak. The best way is just to put the baby on fast, and his/her head will cover you up. My kids never could nurse under a blanket. With my first, I tried so hard to keep discreet that I'd end up exposing myself all over the place LOL. With Ayla, I'd just pop her on and continue as normal, no one ever seemed to notice. And if they did, who cares? Luckily I live in a place where nursing in public is normal.
yay for BFing in public! The more women do it, the more it will be seen as natural (which it is of course!) As far as being discreet, layers are your best friend. I will wear a camisole under my shirt so that I don't have to expose my belly if I don't feel like it. That way only the breast is exposed and the baby's head covers most of that. Never had success with a blanket, my daughter just whips it off in protest...(she learned from her mama) I guess I wouldn't want to eat in the dark under a blanket anyway.
yeah, i didn't worry about my boob being see as much as my belly. but judicious use of the blankie, my kids would never allow it over their heads, helps. just relax. the more okay you are with it, the more other people will be okay with it.
i agree with KC... if you just relax and act like it isn't a big deal, chances are the people around will follow your lead...
