Britney: Can't you sit down and feed your baby?
Filed under: Nutrition: Health, Bump Watch, Celeb Kids, Media
Danielle over at Celebrity Baby Blog recently editorialized
about Britney Spears' friend's claim that she's a "hands-on mom," and included links to photos of Britney at a mall with her
nanny feeding baby Sean Preston behind her.I don't know why, but this photo makes me sad.
Yes, she is a celebrity that is constantly being chased down by stalkerazzi. She's obviously in a public place, and may not have felt safe sitting at a bench or in a restaurant to feed the baby.
Having nursed in a sling all over town, I know that there are times when baby just needs to eat. But something about the baby being fed on an escalator with his mother looking so disconnected seems a little...I don't know...off.
I'm trying to keep in mind that Britney is a not only a new mom, but also a huge star. Sure, every move she makes is going to be scrutinized, but can't she slow down for a second to feed that baby? Or at least look like she cares?
[photo: Dana's Dirt]












ReaderComments (Page 5 of 12)
2-28-2006 @ 2:02PM
Cindy said...I don't have any sympothy for her. Do you remember when she was pregnant? She flaunted it to no end. That's all she wanted was her picture taken. She is an entertainer by any means, and "stalkerazzi" comes with the territory. Yes, we don't know how she is in real life, but you aren't two different people. You can't be a horrible mother in one photo, then at home be the best mom in the world. Come on get real. Your appearence is how you are portrayed. She should know that better then anyone.
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2-28-2006 @ 2:02PM
Mary said...I was just wondering in refrence to Britney...Was she or wasnt she breaking the LAW with driving with her baby in her lap down the road?...I am POSITIVE I, or ANYONE else would have gotten a HUGH TICKET, or even more. As
for the mall visit and the nanny, maybe she was just tired or in a hurry... needed her nanny to feed the
baby ???
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2-28-2006 @ 2:13PM
Gia said...I remember being a first time MOM at 22 and I was exhausted. I'm guessing this girl is tired...though it's likely that unlike most of us, she does have a person to help in the eves with feedings. But she DOES look disconnected. IN FACT, Brit has been looking rather disconnected since BEFORE she got pregnant. Every photo I see of her screams low self worth as she dons only skanky styles, barely fixes her hair and is smoking up a storm. I think this young woman was on the verge of a meltdown but having the baby and new relationship gave her something to hope for. I feel very sorry for her. As for her being very professional as a performer...I think her abilities are top notch Sadly, what has happened to her happened to her when she was a young girl who came up quickly and a mother who didn't recognize what she was pushing for. She sold Britney for a DREAM. Of course Brit is an adult now but I can't help but think this business has NOT been kind to her in terms of having decent role models. What Madonna barely got away with, Britney never will. What is sad is that people can be really cruel when they sense you are having issues. Instead of giving you a break, they make mince meat of you.
This is long but I will end with something that haunted me in a celeb/story I saw of her during one of her tours a couple years ago. After performing in venue after venue promoting her latest record - she was on stage in a tight hall of screaming fans in NYC...and by the looks of the place it appeared that the heat, the amount of people was nearly asphixiating her. She went off stage where she staggered amongst her handlers and body guards and instead of them offering her their arms...they ignored her. She tweaked her ankle on stage and it was swelling as she walked. What struck me is that she really wasn't complaining...even though she looked completely in pain and exhausted. I can assure you, that what I saw made me feel horrible for her because this girl is NO DIVA and expects nothing from the people around her. They then all got in a van because they had to make another engagement. I saw NOBODY reach out to her...she sat their quietly but then said, "I hoped they liked the performance, I felt really good about it." My heart went out to her - she really is a lost soul.
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2-28-2006 @ 2:21PM
Jessica said...You know...maybe she wasnt feeling well...she looks as if she didnt feel well, or there was something wrong...im a 21 year old mother of 3 i have a 3 yr old a 2 yr old and a 1 yr old and i have those days where i just dont feel good, and just wanna diconnect for a moment we all get agatated....we all get in bad moods, we get sick, we all have our moments where we just wanna be alone, i think everyone needs to just leave britney aloney, let her be a mom to her kid, make her own decisions....so what shes famous...other people out there do worse things....leave her alone! GEEZ get a freakin life and quit freaking trying to drive celebritys insane..i swear the paparazi is the reason so many celebritys get divorces and do drugs...screw the paparazis for messin with peoples lifes! Jes from texas!
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2-28-2006 @ 7:13PM
Meredith said...You guys are all completely right! Britney is the bestest, most competent mother I have ever laid eyes on!
Reading all of your comments about me being jealous of her hotness and fame and money, it opened my eyes. Thanks. Now I realize that what I wanted all along was not to be an overweight stay at home mom that hangs out on the internet, I wanted to be a half witted rock star with a loser for a husband.
From now on, I will no longer look at all those websites that pick on celebrities, I will no longer enjoy looking at bad photos and read gossip. I will understand that everyone has a bad day and remember, always, that it isn't more fun when rich people have them. And it REALLY isn't fun to look at photos, make up a story and comment on it.
So much for my imagination.
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2-28-2006 @ 8:14PM
Jill said...I am so sickened by the nit picking and judging from everyone! I don't care for Britney Spears music really, but for the love of God give her a break!! I am a mother of 4 children and I bet if everyone was watching me every second of the day I'd be criticized for things too! BUT no one can tell me that I don't love the heck outta my kids and try my hardest and that they aren't the most important people in my life. Why does everyone think they are so better than her and that she doesn't deserve a break...as far as you idiots know that could've been the first time the nanny was ever even allowed to feed him. You never know and shame on you for BEING SO JUDGEMENTAL!!!! YUK.
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2-28-2006 @ 8:18PM
Gundy said...I really don't know why it is that people constantly dog Mrs. Federline. She is a great mom I am sure. Guess what folks...when I had my twins, I had friends help me feed them. At times I just put my twins on the floor with a huge pillow, propping the bottles on it and let the boys go at it. I am sure every mother does something, other people will not agree with. I say leave her alone and let her do what she wants to do. At least she has a nanny caring for her baby. There are plenty of mothers out there who don't give a damn about their child/children and leave them home alone just to go out and party. It happens way too often....read the news.
I don't agree with Mrs. Federline driving off with her baby on her lap, but other than that, nobody can say anything bad about her. We as ORDINARY people don't even know her. Leave her alone
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2-28-2006 @ 8:19PM
carole del monte said...At least SOMEONE is holding the baby. I've seen too many mothers stuffing the bottle into their babies' mouths while the child is in a stroller. Britney needs someone to teach her the finer points of mothering. Her life is in too much turmoil, and she needs to relax, and what better way than some quiet time with her son? I wish her well.
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2-28-2006 @ 8:23PM
julianne said...okay people come on. she is in a mall. are you even certain that is her baby? do you have any proof that is him. i say find the proof first then judge someone. think before you speak
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2-28-2006 @ 8:23PM
Lloyd said...Give me a break! Do you people really expect me to believe that all of the mothers out there fed thier baby everytime they ate? She has enough money to have a nanny feed the baby once in a while and everyone wants to hang her. I think spending quality time with the baby and playing with the baby, and reading to the baby is more important than feeding it everytime it cries! Your not there all the time. It is easy to get a picture with ANyONE not paying attention if you take enough!
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2-28-2006 @ 8:25PM
J. Harrington said...Apparently we all have too much time on our hands if we are criticizing someone that we do not even know ways of parenting. We all parent in our own way, and might not always agree with others. That is true in many aspects of our lives. Who Cares what she does??? I'm sure her child is doing just fine Nanny fed or not. What we should be most concerned with is our own children. Makeing sure that they being fed by their own parents or someone who cares about them and are strapped into their own carseats safely. Now, quit worrying about B. Spears child/life and go read your children a story and put them to bed.
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2-28-2006 @ 8:25PM
Annie Oakleigh said...Ya know, I find this photo VERY sad. Amoebas can replicate themselves, but it takes dedication and love to be a real mother. I don't see it in that photo. There is no problem having a nanny. I had a nanny for my son to take over when I couldn't be there to feed him, to change his diaper, to bathe him, to entertain him, to teach him... But, Britney is walking ahead of the nanny doing nothing. Feeding him on the run is not good either. At least sit and feed him in peace. A child deserves better than this. Perhaps Britney didn't have good parents to teach her. Sad. Very sad. I feel badly for the baby.
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2-28-2006 @ 8:27PM
Kelly said...I just want to add that I am SOOOO HAPPY other people see the real thing. If she was taking a break, let the girl take a break. Ya know, we all need it sometimes. I wish I had that luxury to have a nanny. Good for her. I am sure she is a great Mom. Having a nanny does not make you a bad mommy. A mommy makes a bad mommy. Think about it...
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2-28-2006 @ 8:28PM
P J said...Sure, Brittany wears a t shirt that says Priceless while her baby is fed by a nanny. Good Ol Brittany have a baby to prove she can. In this picture she looks like she couldn't care less. Poor kid, doesn't stand a chance.
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2-28-2006 @ 8:28PM
Kelli said...I totally agree with Pete. Photographers take hundreds of photos a week of a celebrity. A photo can be attached to a rumor or a story to make it more plausible. We have no idea what was going on when this photo was taken. I also think celebrity photographers have stepped over the boundries a long time ago...they have turned into stalkers. Celebrities deserve their privacy also...they are people first.
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2-28-2006 @ 8:29PM
Anisha Johnson said...Brittney discovered sex,and became a WHORE.Her marriage was based on sex,they had sex,made a baby,divorced,(or are in the process of divorce),now she is left with a child she has NO idea how to care for. I wonder how long before she makes another baby with some jerk? I used to like her,she seemed so sweet,then she tried to become like Madonna.She has done well with THAT.
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2-28-2006 @ 8:29PM
Mike said...You guys need to get a life of your own, and stop scrutinizing others.
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2-28-2006 @ 8:31PM
aimee said...My gosh everyone, you haven't spent time with her and why judge her when you haven't? I- as a mother of twins- have made plenty of mistakes as a new mom (and I have a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education). Just because you're "perfect" and can be Supermom, why would you think everyone else can? She's in the public spotlight and I can imagine you wouldn't do much better under that much scrutiny 24/7. Give her a break- she's a new mom and new moms aren't perfect. Oh- and Angelina who is such a great mom (cited in another post here)- wasn't she sleeping with another woman's hubby while he was still married (now THAT'S a good example to teach the children)?
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2-28-2006 @ 8:32PM
Sheri said...a photo is taken in an instant...so, ok she turned her head to look at something...is that tragic?! I dont think so...how do u know that right after this was snapped she wasnt cooing with her baby?! and HELLO they get heavy after awhile...if someone else that you trust with your child wants to hold them, then its not a huge deal. Its not like she doesnt go home with him and take care of him at the end of the day...noone knows but her and those close to her, so people shouldnt make such a huge deal out of a simple snapshot.
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2-28-2006 @ 8:33PM
Allison said...This photo is taken completely out of context.We don't know what was going on. What if she had to pee? and she handed the baby to the nanny to go find a bathroom? Or maybe she just wanted to get the shopping done and leave but wanted the baby to see the light of day... so she was shopping but the nanny was watching the baby. I mean this wouldnt be the least bit shocking if it was the daddy feeding the baby. in fact we would all think it was cute... dad was buesy so the nanny came along big friggin deal
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