In a statement, Claridge's said that it "embraced" breastfeeding.

"We are saddened to see what is being discussed and we feel we need to clarify that breastfeeding is of course embraced at Claridge's," a spokeswoman said.

"All we ask is that mothers are discreet towards other guests."

The 2010 Equality Act makes it unlawful for a business to discriminate against a breastfeeding woman. It means women can't be asked to stop breastfeeding or service be refused.

Louise said the team had been polite and apologetic throughout - she suspected they felt bad about it - and she's since been overwhelmed by the support she's received on social media. But she said the "Victorian" policy meant she would not return to the hotel.

"I felt so awkward," she said. "They said they were very sorry and wanted to see me back there, but I was so appalled by my treatment. I was not out there with my boobs out. I was so discreet one of the waiters did not even realise I was breastfeeding.

"It was supposed to be a lovely day but it was set off on such a bad note. It was so upsetting."

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Mum forced to wear "ridiculous shroud" while breastfeeding in Claridge's