Becca is whining that her diaper hurts her, so I walk her up the stairs to change her, along the way lecturing.
"You wouldn't hurt if you went potty on the big girl potty. Then you could wear pretty big girl panties just like your friend Holly does."
The lecture continues as I lay her down to change the diaper. She's squirming, playing with her hair, rolling her eyes.
"You know, Big Boy and Big Girl School is only for those who learn to use the potty. This is the last year you can go to school in diapers. After that, they won't let you go unless you use the potty..."
And then Becca cuts me off, saying, "I understand. Just change my diaper."
At that point, I'm slack jawed. I've been summarily dismissed by my 2-year-old, who somehow has channelled the attitude of a 16-year-old. God help me.
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If only she knew the profound psychological effect this exchange had on you--or would have on any parent.
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