What happened with Choi Yu-hwa's post?

Actress Choi Yu-hwa posted photos on social media showing her breastfeeding her son in public places such as cafes and restaurants. The post went up on October 6, the day her baby turned six months old. She wrote that reaching this milestone meant she had succeeded in breastfeeding for the six months she had set as her goal.

In the caption, she said that nighttime parenting was exhausting, but being able to go out without carrying extra items made it easier, so she would keep breastfeeding a little longer. She also wrote a message of encouragement to mothers everywhere.

Why did the post spark debate?

According to reports, the post quickly divided people online. Some users said that breastfeeding without a cover in crowded places can make others uncomfortable and criticized the choice. Others said breastfeeding is a natural and everyday part of motherhood and childcare, and they defended and supported her.

Her earlier breastfeeding experience

Choi Yu-hwa had previously spoken openly about struggling with low breast milk supply after giving birth. Her baby could still not feel full after more than an hour of feeding, and she lost sleep as a result. She used mixed feeding, combining breast milk with formula, and reached full breastfeeding about 50 days after delivery. She said that becoming a mother made her realize how much care goes into every choice.

Who is Choi Yu-hwa?

Choi Yu-hwa is a South Korean actress. She married a non-celebrity man in a private ceremony last year and gave birth to their first son in April. Her credits include the dramas Reply 1988 Season 2, Life, and The Moon Rising River, and the films The Spy and Love in the Big City.

For international fans

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