Karen Millen apologizes for "selfish" breastfeeding remarks

Fashion designer Karen Millen has apologized for calling mothers who breastfeed beyond six months "selfish" and "not normal." Her comments sparked immediate backlash. Millen made the remarks on a Channel 5 chat show, arguing there were "no benefits" to breastfeeding past six months and that children could become addicted. She later issued a social media apology, clarifying her comments were aimed at breastfeeding a three-year-old. The apology acknowledged respect for women's choices and a desire to offer support. The original comments drew criticism for their negative portrayal of breastfeeding practices.