Your little chatter-box —37-month-old

Being a mom has made me really tired, and really happy.

By Motherly August 3, 2017

Whether your little one is already chatting away, or just starting to get comfortable with words, this is an exciting time for both of you! Get ready for some of the craziest (and cutest) stories + questions—#whywhywhywhywhy (and also learn to embrace the rare moments of silence).

XO,

#Teammotherly

P.S. Reading with your child is a great way to develop their vocab. Check out GiftLit for an awesome book subscription for your kiddo!

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