While nobody likes to see a baby go hungry, breastfeeding in public is still often frowned upon. But nourishing a child is a natural and necessary process that should be embraced. Many famous women think the same and have shared candid photos of themselves feeding their babies, speaking out for normalizing the breastfeeding experience.

1. Emily Ratajkowski

This model isn’t shy about sharing breastfeeding selfies with her son on Instagram. “If it seems like I’m always breastfeeding, it’s because I am,” she humorously captioned one of her photos.

2. Chrissy Teigen

“Normalize that breastfeeding is such a huge, wonderful thing.” Teigen is a big advocate for women not having to cover up when feeding their babies, though she’s also mentioned she relied on formula when needed.

3. Gisele Bündchen

“One of the most special moments I’ve had with my kids was while breastfeeding. That special look you get, that feeling of connection is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced,” the supermodel expressed in a 2019 Instagram post, adding she wouldn’t trade the experience for anything.

4. Bekah Martinez

Bekah Martinez breastfed her daughter, Ruth, for over 26 months, and decided to wean when it was no longer enjoyable for both. At the same time, Martinez was also nursing her younger son.

5. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

The former Victoria’s Secret Angel joined many celeb moms posting candid shots of themselves breastfeeding. Huntington-Whiteley shared several impactful photos of herself nursing her daughter, Isabella.

6. Hilary Duff

For actress Hilary Duff, breastfeeding left mixed feelings. Although she enjoyed bonding with her daughter, working as a mom meant she had to stop nursing after 6 months. “I want to say I enjoyed (almost) every moment of feeding my daughter. Felt so lucky to be so close to her and give her that start. I know many women cannot, and for them, I am sympathetic and very grateful I could. For 6 wonderful months.”

7. Elsa Hosk

When Hosk posted some selfies on her first day back at work, many criticized her. But she quickly responded: “Why is the most natural thing so offensive? Breasts literally exist to feed our children.”

8. Kate Upton

Though she called breastfeeding a “superpower,” Kate Upton acknowledged the stress and fatigue that come with it. She felt pressure to nurse her daughter on the go, so she had to set her own pace.

9. Alyssa Milano

“I can’t believe this is still an issue. When folks tell a nursing mother to feed her baby in the bathroom, it’s like telling someone to eat their lunch in the bathroom. Would you eat your meal there? Or under a blanket?” Milano is an outspoken advocate, despite criticism for breastfeeding her children longer than usual.

10. Karla Souza

The How to Get Away with Murder star breastfed both her children at the same time. She shared her postpartum journey, saying in an Instagram post, “Bringing this little human into the world has been the most challenging and painful experience my body has undergone, but it made me feel like a warrior…”

11. Amanda Seyfried

Amanda Seyfried believes the tough aspects of breastfeeding are under-discussed. “You become very desperate,” she shared in an interview. “Up until recently, it was a hidden thing. Breastfeeding is incredibly hard. If you don’t find it difficult, you are rare. A rare, lucky person.”

12. Padma Lakshmi

Padma Lakshmi revealed she doesn’t like pumping and prefers nursing her daughter directly. She also takes supplements to boost her milk supply and often has to multitask while breastfeeding.

13. Emma Heming-Willis

Bruce Willis’s wife posted an unfiltered photo of herself nursing their baby, taken by her husband. She captioned it: “Breakfast of Champions,” sharing the precious moment with her followers.

14. Mara Martin

“I hope to normalize breastfeeding because it’s a natural thing women do for their babies. Women should be able to feed their babies however, whenever, and wherever they want. End of discussion!” Mara Martin, who famously breastfed on the runway for Sports Illustrated, explained her choice.

15. Ashley Graham

“I’m not going to apologize for feeding my child,” the model said in response to criticism over public breastfeeding. Graham nursed her firstborn son for 13 months and later combo-fed her twins for the first six months of their lives.

Do you have kids? What’s your favorite thing about parenthood?