Breastfeeding Advocacy Terms

noun a term used to describe individuals who aggressively promote breastfeeding and advocate for its benefits

• The breastapo regulations require all female employees to wear appropriate attire in the workplace.
• I can't believe the breastapo is enforcing a strict dress code at the office.
• The breastapo is really cracking down on what we can wear to work.
• She runs her household like a breastapo, making sure everything is in order at all times.

noun a slang term combining 'breast' and 'gestapo', used to refer to a group or organization that aggressively enforces strict rules or standards related to breastfeeding

• The breastapo is a term used to describe individuals or groups who aggressively promote breastfeeding and criticize those who choose not to breastfeed.
• I heard the breastapo was out in full force at the mommy group meeting, shaming anyone who bottle-feeds.
• Don't listen to the breastapo, do what's best for you and your baby.
• The breastapo's strict beliefs on breastfeeding can be seen as a form of social control within certain communities.

noun a person who is an advocate for breastfeeding and works to promote and support breastfeeding in public and private spheres

• The lactivist group organized a breastfeeding awareness campaign in the community.
• I heard that lactivist mom is hosting a support group for breastfeeding mothers.
• She's known as the ultimate lactivist in our circle of friends.
• The lactivist fought tirelessly for the right to breastfeed in public places.