I also reckon that alot of those kind of comments are made when people dont realise the gravity of the situation on the ground: ie the REAL pressure there is to keep BF behind doors. i know that i didnt give a second thought to it (simply because i thought it was a no brainer that you feed your baby whenever, whereever etc). so maybe they are thinking it's funny simply because they dont realise that it is actually an issue IYKWIM?
:yeahthat: good point Cassius!

I had the other reaction - I joined / became a fan, whatever, of 'If breastfeeding offends you put a blanket over your head' - and my MIL 'liked' it

As for your cousin, maybe his attitude will change with time & circumstance? well hopefully anyway....