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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My 3 year old daughter didn't sleep well last night, we had to do a grocery trip, and to help her relax I'd allowed the pacifier out of the car while we were shopping.  She has it for bed and certain times of the day, and whilst I know she's a little older it's a huge comfort and not a huge issue for me.

Two older women together came up and spoke directly to my daughter whilst in the store and told her (clearly in my earshot) that she shouldn't have that in her mouth,  that it's for babies and mommy should put it in the bin. Immediately tears started flowing from the challenge. We moved away but I didn't know what to say to them or my daughter.

I feel like an awful mom. I know I will need to remove it soon but it's her comfort and there's a slightly chaotic home life at the moment with house moving.

Whilst I hope this doesn't happen again, what should I do in these situations? How would you deal with it or have dealt with it if this happened?[/quote]

When out in public there is no zone of privacy.  Making a nasty comment only makes you look mean
A lot of people will give you parenting advice and learning to smile and say thank you and walking away is the best response.
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That just encourages them. “Mind your own business” is the appropriate response. [/quote]

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