Having a very talkative toddler is making me quite a bit more aware of the things I do and really aware of the things I say! And sometimes that's a good thing.
Other times... not so much.
The other day Brinlee got up real close to McKenna and said "Hi Honey! Smile Honey!" And when McKenna got sad, Brinlee rubbed her little head and said "I know Honey, it's ok baby". Later when she was babbling to herself I heard "Brinny, you're awesome! I love you very much!"
Talk about precious. I'm ok with her getting that from me.
Then the next day... I was in the kitchen and heard Brinlee in the other room saying "McKenna do you hear what I saying? Are you listening? Make a good choice! Be a listener!" And later I heard her say to her toys "It's time for nappy. Stay in bed or you be in trouble!"
Hmm. Not so precious. I hadn't really realized how I must sound until I heard it back. Woops.
At least what I was saying got across. She was obviously listening! I suppose maybe I need to be more careful with some of my toddler communication methods. Then maybe it might not be so bad to hear her use mommy talk.
Sigh.....
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