Pregnant woman brushed off a man’s unsolicited advice about breastfeeding her toddler — then he made a remark she couldn't ignore
Pregnant women are no strangers to unsolicited advice. From comments about their bodies to opinions about breastfeeding and parenting, strangers often make remarks that cross personal boundaries. Instagram creator Eileen Hierro-Reichert, who goes by @om_piiko, shared a similar uncomfortable encounter on November 12, 2026. She shared that a man from her residential complex first made several personal remarks about her pregnancy and breastfeeding journey. The next remarks eventually left her so stunned that she decided to walk away.
Eileen said the man first commented on how pregnant she looked, telling her, "Wow, you are super pregnant." She brushed it off, but things got even more personal when he asked whether she was still breastfeeding. Eileen answered that she was and that everything was going well. The man then began offering unsolicited advice on how she should stop breastfeeding before having her next baby, even suggesting that she rub certain things on her breasts to make her milk taste unpleasant so her child would stop nursing. Needless to say, the conversation took an uncomfortable turn. He went on to tell her that breastfeeding while pregnant and caring for a toddler must be taking a toll on her, even pointing at her face as he said it. Eileen was left stunned by how casually he had commented on her appearance and questioned her parenting choices.
Eileen said she politely explained that she wasn't ready to wean and was happy taking breastfeeding one day at a time. But the man continued making comments, leaving her so uncomfortable that she eventually walked away. She felt he had crossed several boundaries by questioning her parenting choices and commenting on her appearance, especially when she was simply doing what worked for her family. She also offered advice for anyone unsure what to say to someone who is pregnant: skip comments about their body or unsolicited parenting advice and keep it simple. A warm "Congratulations" or "How are you feeling?" is enough. And if you want to offer help, simply say, "I'm here if you ever need anything."
Other Instagram users agreed that the man had crossed a line, with several sending Eileen supportive messages and reminding her that she was doing just fine. Other Instagram users also felt the man had crossed a line and sent Eileen plenty of support. @ilinasworld wrote, "I’m so sorry, you’re doing amazing, love!!!!! And you are GORGEOUS as always." Meanwhile, @miss_meatless_muscle commented, "Omg, that is gross! I would have definitely been offended!" Another user, @devo_43, added, "Wow! Have to love a man explaining how you should navigate your pregnancy journey…Not! How inappropriate. And by the way, you’re stunning!"
Pregnancy looks different for everyone, and a little sensitivity can go a long way when talking about someone's body or personal choices. A 2026 study looked at online discussions about remarks people make to pregnant women about their appearance and weight. Weight stigma during pregnancy can affect mental health, and the study looked at how people view comments about pregnant women's bodies. Researchers found that while most weight-related remarks were considered inappropriate, some people still viewed comments like "you don't look pregnant" as compliments. This highlights the society's unfortunate continued preference for slimmer pregnant bodies, even though weight gain is a normal part of pregnancy.
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