why do they look at me like that?

Kate - posted on 10/26/2010 ( 9 moms have responded )

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i dont understand that when i walk into a store with three kids.. yes i understand im young.. im only 21. but why the looks. come on now people obviously im taking care of them.. they're not in just diapers. you see me buy them and wipes and food.. and things they need just leave me alone.

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Cheryl - posted on 11/01/2010

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Humans natural reactions I guess. Those that have never been through would never understand. Hence,they will just have the mouth to say whatever they wanted. I was 14 when I had my son. And people always give nasty looks. And even till now,sometimes they even give nasty comments. But come on! Who are they to judge anything? They might not even be able to tolerate what we've gone through! ((: So,screw them & move on! ^^

Ali - posted on 11/01/2010

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next time they look at you do what i did a few times i said this to one woman on the bus Just say "excuse me? do want to borrow my phone? The number for social services is already in there as i neglect my child"

Amber - posted on 11/01/2010

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poo on them. give them dirty looks right back. the other day i was in the mall with my son and this lady, probably about 35, was staring me down while i was putting him on a ride. i saw her and tried to just wait for her to stop, but she just stared and stared. so i turned around and stuck my tongue out at her and flipped her the bird. she walked away, needless to say.

Christina - posted on 10/30/2010

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I was 21 when my 3rd was born as well. I got the dirtiest looks! I had 4 just two months after I turned 23yrs old. Then I started getting the rude comments. Of course this could be that I don't look my age. I'm 28yrs old now and people think I'm around 21, regardless that I have five kids!

Tia - posted on 10/29/2010

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So what if we have our kids young... Its our choice, & I wouldnt change a thing, I love my baby girl moore then anything in this world & I cant wait 4 the arrival of her lil brother or sister... (Due in Feb) Anyways, Just keep ur chin up =)

Laura - posted on 10/29/2010

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I hate the stigma thats comes with being a young mum, My partner just says ignore them but we all know it's difficult to just brush it off your shoulders, I think I dwell on it for days. I guess I'm trying to say your not alone and your doing an amazing job!

Mariah - posted on 10/29/2010

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People will judge you where ever you go Kate; even at church. Everyone will judge you; even the ones that you don't expect to judge. It's a part of life. As long as you're doing what you need to do for your babies, the funny looks and opinions of others shouldn't matter.

Sarh - posted on 10/27/2010

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I'm also 21, but I only have 2 kids for now. haha. I as well get dirty looks and people say omg, your crazy! and stupid things like that. I agree w/Amanda!

The thing I love most, is when a mother who is not doing well for herself or her child says something smart about my children and myself.

Amanda - posted on 10/26/2010

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because ppl are so judgemental but if u think about back in the old days ppl got married and had kids at 13!!!!