7 Things You Should Never Say to a Toddler

If reading this headline alone sends you into a guilt-ridden shame spiral and makes you reach for the 'she slaps her forehead' emoji, know this: Parenting is basically 21-plus years of screwing up and then trying to do better tomorrow. One expert's motto? 'It's about progress, not perfection.' So the next time you feel one of these phrases on the tip of your tongue, read this cheat sheet for healthier substitutes. (If only we could offer the same thing for raw brownie mix.) RELATED: Quiz: There Are 3 Types of Toddlers. Which Do You Have?