Breastfeeding in public is still a controversial topic, and this woman found herself at the center of a debate during her father-in-law’s birthday party. Her BIL took issue with her breastfeeding openly in front of his children, leading to a confrontation. Despite feeling guilty afterwards, she stood up for herself and her right to breastfeed wherever she wanted. Read on to find out the full story and decide for yourself: was she in the wrong or was her BIL being unreasonable?
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Breastfeeding in public is often a hot topic, but what happens when it’s at a family party? One woman shares her experience of nursing her four-month-old baby at her father-in-law’s birthday party. Despite getting permission from her in-laws, her brother-in-law was not happy about it and asked her to go inside. When she refused, he made a rude comment, causing tension among the family. The woman is now questioning whether she was in the wrong and whether she should have gone inside to avoid causing a scene. What are your thoughts on breastfeeding in public? Is it okay to nurse wherever and whenever needed, or should it be done in private? Share your opinions below.
Multiple NTA replies to comment calling out creepy BIL’s behavior.

NTA shuts down creepy BIL’s advances with epic clapback

Commenter shuts down controlling behavior towards breastfeeding at party.

Breastfeeding shaming and sexism at a family party

Commenter calls out toxic behavior, replies speculate about BIL’s motives

Spray bottle training recommended for rude behavior towards breastfeeding.

Commenter shuts down rude BIL’s breastfeeding criticism with humor.

In-laws support breastfeeding anywhere, but rude BIL has a double standard

Breastfeeding education for the little ones

Breastfeeding shamed at a party. Spouse’s support is essential ❤️
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Clapback queen shuts down creepy BIL with savage comeback

Woman shuts down rude BIL’s breastfeeding comments, NTA

BIL has Useless Nipple Syndrome and no social skills. NTA

Breastfeeding mom shuts down rude BIL with class

Sassy comment and reply show solidarity against rude BIL

Breastfeeding support: Free the boob

“NTA. Insufferable is an apt description along with absolutely boorish.”

Breastfeeding shaming is unacceptable. NTA for standing up.

Commenter hilariously threatens rude BIL with Full Wednesday Addams expression.

Commenter offers support and suggests confronting husband about behavior.

Commenter questions SIL’s relationship dynamic with controlling BIL

Woman shuts down objectifying comment with powerful response ✊

Standing up to BIL’s harassment while breastfeeding. NTA!

Sassy clapback shuts down creepy BIL’s obsession with breastfeeding

Standing up to creepy BIL’s breastfeeding fantasies. #NTA

Supportive comment calls out controlling behavior, warns about potential abuse.

Standing up to rude BIL with a sassy comeback

Woman defends herself over breastfeeding shaming. NTA

Standing up for breastfeeding rights against a creepy BIL

Woman suggests clever clapback to shut down inappropriate BIL

Breastfeeding is natural, but discretion is important. NTA.

Sibling rivalry at its finest ♀️

Commenter questions OP’s motivation for tolerating BIL’s inappropriate behavior.

Breastfeeding mom stands up to rude BIL at family party

“Toxic BIL makes inappropriate comments about woman’s breasts at party”

Assertive response shuts down creepy comment on breastfeeding incident

Commenter suggests extreme response to rude behavior.

Breastfeeding mom stands up to controlling BIL at family party
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Empowering response to rude BIL’s possessive behavior

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Breastfeeding mom shuts down rude family member.

Supportive comment defends breastfeeding against family’s shame culture.

BIL’s creepy comments raise eyebrows, NTA stands her ground

“NTA – Shutting down a rude BIL with grace “

Supportive commenters praise OP for standing up to rude BIL

Commenter shuts down BIL’s sexist remark with a witty comeback

Family hypocrisy on breastfeeding called out, sparks debate ⚡
