Are babies with crane-kiss marks intelligent?

In general, stork bites are not directly related to a baby's intellectual development, and the two should not be equated. The detailed explanation is as follows:

Stork bites, also known as salmon patches, capillary malformations, or capillary hemangiomas, are a common skin condition in newborns. They typically appear as red patches or spots on the face, neck, or other parts of the body. Stork bites result from uneven distribution of pigment cells in the deeper layers of the skin and are more commonly seen in infants of Asian or African descent. In most cases, these birthmarks naturally fade with age. There is no direct connection between stork bites and a baby’s intelligence level. Therefore, the presence of a stork bite cannot be used to determine whether a child is intelligent or not. A baby’s cognitive development is primarily influenced by genetic factors, as well as a combination of family upbringing, social environment, learning experiences, and other elements. Hence, it is inappropriate to assess a child’s intelligence based solely on the presence or absence of a stork bite.

In daily life, parents are advised to focus on their baby’s overall health and holistic development rather than isolated physical characteristics.