Top 5 Myths About Breastfeeding (and the Truth Every Mom Deserves to Hear)

Breastfeeding is one of the most natural acts in the world, yet it’s wrapped in layers of myths, pressures, and whispered advice that can make any mom feel like she’s failing. Let’s cut through the noise.

Myth #1: Breastfeeding Comes Naturally to Every Mom

The Truth: It doesn’t. Many babies struggle with latch, supply can fluctuate, and pain is common. That doesn’t mean you’re broken—it means you’re human. Support, tools, and patience matter more than “instinct.”

💭 My Story: With my first son, he struggled to latch. It was the cutest thing watching him try, but when he couldn’t, I ended up switching to formula—which started a whole new set of issues because he had trouble digesting it. If only I had FLOESSA then.

With my second son, he latched alright, but after a while my nipples felt like razor blades. I tried nipple shields, ointments, everything. I ended up pumping milk, pouring it into a bottle, and by then he was crying hard from waiting. If FLOESSA had been available, I could have pumped and fed in real time—no waiting, no wasted tears. It would have saved time, preserved our bond, and let me nurture my baby immediately.

Myth #2: Pumping Is Just as Easy as Breastfeeding

The Truth: Traditional pumping can feel like a second job—set up, clean up, storage, bottle prep. Hours in the day disappear.

💭 The FLOESSA Difference: FLOESSA is not just another wireless pump. It connects directly to a feeding tube that allows real-time pump-to-feed, eliminating the extra steps. Moms can finally pump, feed, and bond—without the middleman of bottles and delays.

Myth #3: Breastmilk Isn’t That Different From Other Feeding Options

The Truth: Breastmilk is unmatched. It’s alive with antibodies, nutrients, and hormones tailored for your baby’s development. It boosts immunity, supports gut health, and adapts to your baby’s changing needs.

💭 My Story: During COVID, I breastfed to ensure my antibodies protected my little one. His father and I were sick for a week, and our son was with us the entire time. He never showed a single symptom. That protection was priceless.

Myth #4: You Should Not Breastfeed in Public

The Truth: No mom should feel she has to hide to feed her baby. But because of social pressure and lack of infrastructure, many women do.

💭 The Reality: Being told “don’t breastfeed in public” forces moms into impossible situations. You either sweat under a hot blanket, rush to find a hidden corner, or expose yourself in ways that make you uncomfortable—all while your baby cries for food.

• In the 2025 State of Breastfeeding Survey, 81% of moms said they’ve had to pump or nurse in their car because public places aren’t supportive.

• Only 20% of parents “fully agree” public spaces are inclusive for breastfeeding.

• At convention centers, only 5.5% have permanent lactation rooms.

  
  

So what happens? Moms adapt. We whisper to ourselves: “Oh well, you’ll just have to look away,” or “Too bad, I’ll whip it out anyway.” We do whatever it takes, because the public won’t conform. But all that uncomfortability—for us and for others—is not worth the stress.

💭 The FLOESSA Answer: 

FLOESSA allows freedom to be yourself. It’s discreet, worn under your clothes, with a tube extender that meets you and your baby where you are. No more hot blanket covers. No more hiding behind walls. Just you, your baby, and dignity.

Myth #5: Breastfeeding Is Free

The Truth: The cost is hidden—in lost time, stress, sleepless nights, and endless supplies. Bottles to buy, milk wasted, pumping sessions that don’t align with baby’s hunger—it all adds up. FLOESSA is designed to cut down the waste and stress, letting you focus on what matters most: your baby.

Final Word

Breastfeeding is not one-size-fits-all. It’s not always easy, it’s not always pretty, and it’s definitely not free of struggle. That’s why FLOESSA exists—to meet moms where they are, break the myths, and bring back the flow.

This is what society expects from moms: cover up, hide away, or make do with a blanket. But the truth? Feeding your baby should never come with shame, stress, or sweat. FLOESSA was created to change that.

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Mamas — if this helps you, share it with your more moms too 💛.

— Andrea Miller Founder & Inventor of FLOESSA™