HISTORY OF PHOTOJOURNALISM: The Ethics of Photojournalism

The Ethics of Photojournalism

We live in era when photos revealing certain body parts seems to be okay within the society we live in. However, sometimes we have to ask ourselves, "how much is too revealing?" One major issue for most mothers is whether it is okay to breastfeed in public or not? Should the mother cover up or not? When should she stop breastfeeding? Many mothers who love breastfeeding would agree it should be okay to breastfeed anywhere at anytime and some mothers walk with a cloth and cover up. However, to some folks breastfeeding in public could attract the wrong attention such as perverts who are lurking around. Also, we see some mothers who are still breastfeeding toddlers which is shocking to some and some may even consider inappropriate because the child is of a certain age.
The first photo below was on the cover of Time Magazine, and the title of it was " ARE YOU MOM ENOUGH?" This was an image of a mother and her 3 year old that sent the media crazy because everyone had so many opinions of the photo of her still breastfeeding. Many people know breastfeeding is good for children because it provides great nutrients for the children and it is a good way for the mom and child to bond. During breastfeeding a mother can bond with her child and they can connect in a way no other person can. This is also an opportunity for the child to feel secure and develop that personal relationship with their mother. Some folks felt as though breastfeeding a toddler was absolutely ridiculous and it would affect the child long term because they are so attached to the mother. Others believed that it is okay to still breastfeed once the child eventually comes off the breast. Many people had there own views of what is okay and what is not because we are all opinionated individuals. The mother in the picture, Jamie Lynne Grumet alongside her 3 year old son made a statement while visiting the Today's show, "It’s not right for everybody. You need to do what’s best for your baby and your own family" she said. In my personal opinion I do agree with her, I feel as though each home is different, we were all raised differently and we all parent differently so what she does with her child should not concern anyone. But I am sure it was hard for her to answer so many questions because we live in a world where we are constantly being judge by every single thing we do.