Many people find babies cute. And there’s a scientific reason for that. Their chubby cheeks, button noses, squishy legs, soft skin, big eyes, and captivating giggles are meant to draw us in. They need adults to help them survive. And their cuteness is a built-in factor that ensures they get constant care and attention. It’s easy to want to gently squeeze their cheeks. Or even kiss them. But doing so could actually cause more harm than good.
One mom is at her wits’ end. She’s asked all friends and family members to refrain from kissing her 13-month-old since he was born to prevent the risk of spreading germs. But her mother-in-law just won’t listen. Things came to a head when the woman once again had to remind the grandmother, very sternly, that she was banned from putting her lips on the baby. Granny retaliated with some very harsh words. And all hell has since broken loose. The mom has turned to the internet for advice.
