Here’s What Every Maine Mom Should Know About Breastfeeding in Public

If you are a Mama in Maine and you wonder that the moment your body tells you, “it’s time” in public, are you able to breastfeed your baby? 

Let’s break it down because many moms don’t realize they are protected in the state of Maine with this subject.

Your Right to Breastfeed in Public Places Across Maine

According to Maine law, you have the absolute right to breastfeed your baby anywhere you are legally allowed to be. It could be a park, store, sidewalk, bakery, anywhere.  

It can be a bit stressful if you are on-the-go and it happens, so if you are out and about and your baby needs to eat, you can confidently take care of that without legal worry.  

But what about if you are in a restaurant or other privately owned business?

Well, in the state of Maine, the owners are allowed to ask you to stop breastfeeding or even move if it’s on their private property.  

What to Know About Breastfeeding on Private Property in Maine

This is one of those reminders for Moms that important because privately owned spots can sometimes limit your breastfeeding options.

For the most part, Maine is a breastfeeding friendly state in the U.S. 

My heart goes out to those Mama’s. cross the U.S., breastfeeding laws vary. 

Some states, like Idaho and West Virginia, don’t have explicit laws protecting public breastfeeding, which can make it pretty tricky for moms to nurse their baby openly.

Maine, thank goodness you are so supportive on this! We love that our state encourages mothers to BE mothers in all ways, wherever they are.