Who needs a blanket to cover up while breastfeeding now that nursing covers or “hooter hiders” are being made for women who want to breastfeed in public, but still be private.
About a year ago I saw a few of my close friends using “hooter hiders” and I was amazed at how simple and yet effective they were and I thought that if I ever had a child I would definitely want one. Now I am pregnant and still want one.
I know there are debates about whether or not to cover up in public, but for me, even though I consider breastfeeding to be completely natural and a beautiful thing, I am modest and want to be discrete. Some people have also stated that a nursing cover brings more attention to a nursing mother than not using one, but I’d rather have someone gawk at my cover than my exposed breast. I mean, really…men and even women can’t help but stare at something that is out of the norm. I personally don’t want that kind of attention.
Because I loved the idea of a nursing cover so much, I decided to make my own. They are relatively easy to put together and I found that sewing was a great way to relax. I’ve already made about six nursing covers and I may even start a little side project with my mom making them for friends and whoever else I run into that’s interested. The fun part is choosing the fabrics. There are so many fun colors, prints and textures…it can be hard to decide. I also like that so far each one has a different fabric so that they are all unique in there own way.
Below are pictures of a few nursing covers I’ve made so far. I’m not sure if this will turn into anything, but I’m having fun with it for the time being.
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Nursing Covers by Julia | archshrk // Sep 28, 2007 at 1:33 pm
[...] Julia started making Nursing Blankets (commonly known as “hooter Hiders” which is also sold under the name Bebe au Lait). The [...]
K // Dec 7, 2007 at 8:39 pm
I would like to know what you use in the neck for stiffing??
corina // Dec 13, 2007 at 2:15 pm
I love the colors u used..I”m 37 weeks pregnant and i want to make my own … Did you use a pattern ? If so where can i find one? thanx
mara // Jan 7, 2008 at 9:10 pm
I am interested in purchasing the red and white “hooter hider”. are you selling them?
Mara
henna // Jan 16, 2008 at 8:55 pm
hi.. i’ve ben looking for a pattern to make one.. any suggestions? how’d you get the neck stiff?
admin // Jan 16, 2008 at 11:40 pm
I actually borrowed a friends hooter hider and used it as a template. I am not sure on the exact measurements off hand, but it’s something like 24hx36w, but you can make it whatever size you need. I used boning to make the neck stiff…the stuff used for a corset. You can find boning at your local fabric store. I hope this helps. Have fun!
gino roncelli // Jul 14, 2008 at 7:20 pm
where can i buy a hooter hider in southern calif
near san diego. thanks
lisab // Nov 19, 2008 at 9:47 pm
I bought mine at Huntington BEach, CA farmer’s marekt/art fair. They have them each week. Company is called Pink Lemonade. You can also order online @ http://www.pinklemonadeproducts.com Although, I’m thinking of making my own for a second one b/c I don’t think it would be as expensive and they don’t seem very difficult to make.
Kelly // Mar 9, 2009 at 5:30 pm
Hello!
I’m pregnant with #2 and really want to make one of these covers. I LOVE the fabric that you used. Would you tell me where you bought the fabric? I especially like the yellow one with the paisley design. I believe its the fourth picture posted. Thank you for your time and reply!
Kelly
kelfish121880@hotmail.com
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