This mum just blocked my toddler from approaching hers

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was in town today walking through M&S , with my 3 yr old.
We had just bought toys in the previous shop so he was out of pram and walking with his new toys in his hands and was excited about them.
Walking parallel to us was also a mum with toddler (around two)
My son approached him from the side and started walking directly next to him showing him his toys whilst they were both walking , the child smiled in response and didn't appear to seem at unease, however the mum swiftly stopped and put her arm out in front of my son blocked him between her arm and a Column so that he couldn't go any further and then she said ' excuse me ' as if for him to back away.
He turned to face me and I swooped him up and said ' he's only a toddler'
To which she didn't respond, she carried on walking and I changed direction.
I was left feeling quite sad for my son
I just wanted other mum's opinions on this . Was I in the wrong for letting my child approach hers , I guess everyone is entitled to their personal space. However I never anticipated that reaction it just seemed like a mean thing to do , and I'm always very welcoming to other kids that approach us

I can see why that would be deflating for you but she was in M&S & probably had a lot on. Some days you don’t have time for other people. We never know what others have going on.

Absolutely

This isn't about your DC. It's about hers. Why bother giving it another thought?

Does this quality for a Zombie thread? I'm sure OP is over this incident now since it happened 6 months ago

You know when some people are just looking for a reason to be offended...?

I don't really think it sounds like it was an issue tbh OP. Without us being there, we dont know why she did what she did but from your description it doesn't sound like it was particularly rude or malicious.

Edit: just realised the date on this thread 🤦🏼‍♀️ sorrryyy

ZOMBIE

My toddler has severe allergies. I block other people's children all the time, especially if they look at all sticky, because it's not worth the risk to my son. Point is, you have no clue what her child's needs are and I'm sure it wasn't personal.

Zombie oh oh.

It was very odd behavior and rude. Reading the comments makes me realize this is the WORST place to get advice. I don’t know if the women on here are all anti social or what but while the woman has her reasons the most obvious is she lacks basic social skills. No we don’t owe people courtesy like a greeting in public but those of us with class do it because it is polite. Don’t let it bother you and never ask these mums for advice.

You have no idea what was going on for her

This. You need to have the grace to recognise that things might have happened to this child that makes her wary, or she’s worried about things that he might do.

He might have been hit by a child holding toys. Or he might tantrum if he can’t take the toys himself. Yes, it might have been pleasanter if she’d said something to explain, but you don’t know what her situation is.

PS it’s great that your child is friendly and confident with other children. I’d focus on that, and remember that he’ll not be damaged by this encounter.

Everyone has something going on. It’s still discourteous