While I do think if it’s not too difficult a woman should use a cover, I don’t believe it should be mandated by law. For one, not all babies cooperate with the cover. One of my babies would constantly throw the cover off to be more comfortable (and yes, this was a baby not yet old enough for solid food). I’m imagining an overzealous officer coming by just when the baby throws the cover off and slapping a fine for indecent exposure… not a good idea. In addition if the mother’s shirt is loose enough she’ll be able to nurse modestly without an additional nursing cover. From what I’ve seen women that are dressed modestly tend to nurse modestly as well. I haven’t seen any nursing mother be as immodest as some people are as their everyday wear.
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