Waitress Slips Note To Husband, Wife Shares It Online
Touched
Facebook – Jackie Johnson-Smith
So she wrote a note on the bill: “I bought one of your pizzas… Please thank your wife for breastfeeding!!” This gesture moved Jackie to the point of tears. She was touched by the waitress’ gesture and her solidarity.
Jackie took the stares in her stride. But what she did afterward was even more amazing.
Make It Known
Facebook – Jackie Johnson-Smith
When Tom pulled out his phone, his wife had expected the worst. However, he merely wanted to capture a shot of the powerful message. Jackie now understood this. And she decided to do the same. Jackie took a photo of the slip. And when she shared it on social media, the response was overwhelming. People praised Bodi and Jackie equally.
Bodi had made a massive impression on the public. But her actions birthed a beautiful movement.
Breastfeeding Is Hero-Ed
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Thanks to Bodi and Jackie, breastfeeding awareness was starting to grow. Too long had moms been subjected to awkward stares. People seem unable to comprehend the concept of breastfeeding. Jackie showed mothers it is alright to be bold. And Bodi showed that out there, there will be cheerleaders who support their choice to feed.
It still isn’t a comfortable topic, but all awareness is good awareness. And that’s precisely what Jackie wants to share.
Positive Feedback
Facebook – Jackie Johnson-Smith
It’s rare to get such positive feedback for breastfeeding — even though it is a totally natural thing for a mother to do.
Bodi, the waitress, later said, “I noticed [Jackie] nursing and was so thrilled she did it. I tried not to stare because I didn’t want to seem creepy or make her feel uncomfortable, but I felt like doing jumping jacks!”
