Sunday, July 5, 2009

Breastfeeding-friendly Business Reviews

I had this idea while on the trip to Columbus for the "Hooray for Boobies!" nursing event. I will be posting reviews rating restaurants, stores and other businesses on their baby and breastfeeding friendliness. Once I get a format established, I will welcome others to review restaurants as well. I'm going to research to see if there is a site I can utilize to do this.

I plan on using a rating system based on these criteria:

Environmental
  • Seating
  1. Is it comfortable for nursing? 0-4 points
  2. Is there an area suitable for those desiring privacy? 0-4 points
  • Booster seats
  1. Are they safe and in good condition? 0-4 points
  2. Are they clean? 0-4 points
  • Child-friendly dinnerware & service
  1. Do they have plastic or paper cups with lids for children? 0-3 points
  2. Do the waiters take extra precaution with silverware (sharp) and serving food and beverages (hot)? 0-3 points
  • Bathroom Facilities
  1. Do they have a diaper changing station? If so, are they clean and safe? 0-4 points
  2. Do they have a toddler seat mounted on the wall? If so, are they clean and safe? 0-4 points
Social
  • Staff
  1. How did the staff respond to nursing? -5 to 5 points
  2. How did the staff respond to patrons upset by nursing (if any)? -5 to 5 points
  • Patrons
  1. How did patrons respond to nursing? -5 to 5 points
  2. How did patrons respond to staff or other patrons upset by nursing (if any)? -5 to 5 points
With a total possible of 50 points, every 10 points would earn 1 star for an overall visible rating.

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