I guess I'm REALLY terrible about staring... I think I get more stares because my 3 year old is usually riding on my lap.... I overheard 1 very small child asking if I was the Mommy... That only happened once, so I'm okay with it so far...
I'm also very bad, I never make eye contact, or very very rarely... it helps, I don't know if people are staring, and I don't much care.... It's that Boston driving mentality, if I don't see you, you're not there... it works for me!! This probably sounds negative, but believe me when I say it's not, I'm always smiling, playing with my own kids (especially the 3 year old on my lap), and pretty much enjoying myself!!
I also agree, it could be so much worse, and I'm just thankful that it's not!!! I love my husband, and I love my kids, and they help me get through each and every day... I wish I was more outgoing, but I've never been too outgoing to begin with, I don't even really know how to BE outgoing outside the house!!
Most of the questions that have been directed towards me have always been inquisitive, not hurtful at all.... People are genuinely concerned, and when they ask, I have no problems answering their questions... I just have problems initiating the conversation LOL....