The researchers say cuteness sensitivity is influenced by female reproductive hormones.
The never-ending maternal question - why are woman more likely than men to coo over babies - has finally been answered, claim boffins, who credit hormones for the 'loving' tendency.
The study by St Andrews University researchers, who used computer images, found that women are able to determine a cute baby instinctively by its chubby cheeks, large forehead, big round eyes and button nose, reports the Sun.
Diaper Rash / Diaper Dermatitis - Causes Incidence Diagnosis Treatment Prevention
Diaper rash is an inflammatory skin condition that occurs in the diaper areas and commonly seen in the babies, especially those who wear diapers constantly.
Diaper rash is an inflammatory skin condition that occurs in the diaper areas and commonly seen in the babies, especially those who wear diapers constantly.
The researchers say cuteness sensitivity is influenced by female reproductive hormones.
Dr Reiner Sprengelmeyer, of the university's school of psychology, said: We found that young women between 19-26 and 45-51 years were more sensitive to differences in infant cuteness than men aged 19-26 and 53-60 years.
Miscarriage - Causes - Symptoms - Diagnosis - Treatment - FAQs
A miscarriage (spontaneous abortion) is the spontaneous loss of a fetus before the 20th week of pregnancy.
A miscarriage (spontaneous abortion) is the spontaneous loss of a fetus before the 20th week of pregnancy.
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Where Indigenous Mothers Live Affects The Health Of Their Babies
Indigenous mothers living in remote areas are 14 per cent less likely to have a healthy baby than mothers living in regional or city areas say Indigenous health researchers.
Indigenous mothers living in remote areas are 14 per cent less likely to have a healthy baby than mothers living in regional or city areas say Indigenous health researchers.
Baby's Birth Weight and Future Risk Has No Scientific Basis
The study suggests that one kilogram higher birth weight is associated with a 10-20% reduced risk of heart disease later in life, compared to smaller sized babies.
The study suggests that one kilogram higher birth weight is associated with a 10-20% reduced risk of heart disease later in life, compared to smaller sized babies.
