Mother Breastfeeds Baby In Between A Race; Internet Hails Her As An Inspiration

A 36-year-old woman from Britain has given a new meaning to the phrase "multitasking mom".

Sophie Power, a marathon runner, surprised people when she stopped to breastfeed her 3-month-old baby during a 170km mountain race. Sophie, a mother of two children, took 43 hours to complete the gruelling race, and sent out a strong message to all mothers out there.

Sophie was pictured by a photographer, feeding her infant son in one hand and a breast pump in the other. The picture has struck the right chord with people on the internet, who have hailed her as an inspiration to all mothers.

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“Oh my God, I was in agony! Cormac usually feeds every 3 hours and it took me 16 to get to Courmayeur where he could first meet me so I was hand expressing everywhere I could en route,” Power was quoted. “I was so relieved he was hungry!” she added

Sophie's story has gone viral, with hundreds praising her spirit. Here are some reaction