Watch the ad by clicking here.
Of course, the ad has not avoided controversy. The Miami Herald reports that while the media reacted rather positively, the public, not so much. Even some nursing moms found the ad to be over the top.
Sadly this "controversy" reeks of what we continue to struggle with as a society here in the U.S. Had the ad been for perfume or jewelry, and the woman's breasts equally exposed, I'd bet the farm that there would be no controversy at all.
Ana Veciana-Suarez, journalist and mother of 5 grown children has this to say:
"While nursing in public is no big deal in many countries, here at home mothers are likely to be rewarded with a scowl instead of encouragement. In our society, breasts — cleavage, really — serve another purpose. They sell cars, promote sporting events, advertise websites and campaign for beer, shaving cream and men’s cologne. Isn’t it about time they endorsed good mothering?"
Amen, Mama!
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