"Feeling uncomfortable at vaccination centre"

I am writing to tell you about my experience at Scotstown Medical Group Vaccination Centre, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen.

I went with my elderly mum to support her vaccination appointment today with my 8 month old baby. Whist waiting to be called into the nurse's room, my baby became fussy. I sat down on one of the chairs to feed her, and one of the facilitators told me I could not sit there, and asked me to go into a room to feed her for "privacy".

I was a bit taken aback, considering there were also non-patients sitting on chairs (those who accompanied patients), and I thought being an NHS building that they would be breastfeeding friendly.

I reluctantly went into the room, and asked how I would know know when my mum will be called through.  They told me they would get me, not to worry, and patted me on the shoulder.

I did not wanted to be touched, and felt I was being patronised.

I hope this is made aware to the centre, and the staff, and that future parents do not feel ashamed or uncomfortable for feeding their babies.