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🤱Breast-Feeding EmojiUnicode: 1F931

Symbol for breastfeeding mothers.

Released in The 🤱 emoji was introduced in Unicode 10.0 in 2017 as part of the Miscellaneous Symbols and Pictographs block, aimed at representing parenting and infant care.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The 🤱 emoji depicts a woman breastfeeding an infant, symbolizing the act of nursing and the intimate bond between mother and child. It represents maternal care, natural nutrition, and the promotion of breastfeeding as a healthy practice for infants. This emoji is often used to discuss topics like postpartum experiences, parenting challenges, and the importance of lactation in early child development, highlighting themes of love, nurturing, and family health.

Symbolism

  • Maternal care and the deep emotional bond between mother and baby.
  • Nutritional benefits of breastfeeding for infant health and development.
  • Empowerment of women in motherhood and the natural process of lactation.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • Sharing personal stories on social media about new motherhood and nursing experiences.
  • Discussing breastfeeding tips and support in parenting forums or online communities.
  • Promoting awareness in educational content or health campaigns about infant nutrition.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Just had my first successful breastfeeding session with my newborn 🤱 It's magical!
Hey, does anyone have advice for pumping milk while working? 🤱 New mom life is tough.
So proud of myself for sticking with exclusive breastfeeding 🤱 My baby is thriving.
Breastfeeding in public should be normalized – it's natural! 🤱 Let's support moms.
Missing my little one right now; can't wait to get home and feed her 🤱

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use the emoji sensitively in conversations, as it may trigger personal or emotional topics related to motherhood.
  • Avoid using it in non-relevant or inappropriate contexts to respect cultural and individual sensitivities around parenting.
  • Consider the audience before posting, especially in professional or public settings, to ensure it aligns with the discussion.

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