Can Ugly Babies Become Beautiful?

There was no correlation between attractiveness in infancy and in adulthood. In both males and females, some ugly ducklings turned into swans, some beautiful babies grew gawky, and some babies simply retained their looks. Cuteness – or homeliness – in infancy does not predict future attractiveness."

When do babies start looking cute?

Wrinkly, red, and oftentimes furry, babies aren't much to look at right off the bat. In fact, the results of a recent survey published in Evolution and Human Behavior found that we don't find babies cute until three, or even six months of age. From there, babies remain at peak cuteness until around age four-and-a-half.

Do all parents think their child is beautiful?

Turns out not all parents think their baby is the most beautiful human they've ever seen. Parents have an inherent predisposition to believe their children are absolutely beautiful. ... And don't worry — most all of them went on to say that their children grew up to become much more attractive in their eyes.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.