The Spiritual Meaning of Angel Kiss Birthmarks

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Uncover the mystical lore behind angel kiss birthmarks

Co-authored by Devin McSween Reviewed by Michelle Arbeau

Last Updated: November 28, 2023 Fact Checked

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• What is an angel kiss birthmark?
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• Spiritual Meanings
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• Cultural Meanings
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• Angel Kiss vs. Stork Bite

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An angel kiss birthmark is a type of vascular birthmark that looks like a light red or pink splotch on your baby’s face. According to superstition, babies get these marks from an angel’s kiss which can mean they’re blessed, are marked by a past life, or have divine protection. Follow along with us below to learn what angel kiss birthmarks are, what they spiritually symbolize, and how they’re different from stork bite birthmarks!

Things You Should Know

• An angel kiss birthmark is a red or pink splotch that typically appears on a newborn’s forehead, eyelids, nose, or upper lip.
• Angel kiss birthmarks are believed to be kisses from an angel. They can mean your baby is blessed, connected to a past life, or spiritually protected.
• Stork bites are similar to angel kiss birthmarks except they appear on the back of a newborn’s neck and can remain into adulthood.

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Section 1 of 4:

What is an angel kiss birthmark?

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1. An angel kiss is a flat, red or pink mark on your newborn’s face. An angel kiss is a common type of vascular birthmark caused by blood vessels that don’t form properly. It typically appears on babies’ foreheads, eyelids, noses, or upper lips.

   • These birthmarks fade over time and are usually gone when your baby is 1 to 3 years old.
   • Angel kisses are also known as salmon patches, macular stains, or nevus simplex.
   • Most babies with an angel kiss are born with it or develop it a few weeks after birth.
   • Angel kiss birthmarks tend to look more noticeable when your baby cries or is irritated.
   • These birthmarks are painless and don’t typically cause any issues.
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Spiritual Meanings of an Angel Kiss Birthmark

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1. • Luck and blessings: Angel kiss birthmarks are considered very good omens for your newborn. This mark might be a kiss from an angel welcoming your baby to earth and bestowing them with good fortune and prosperity.
     
     
   • Past lives: Many people believe that birthmarks are a physical sign of their past lives’ experiences. This might reflect lessons your baby has to learn throughout their life.
     
     
   • Divine protection: An angel kiss birthmark might be given by your baby’s guardian angel to keep them safe as they grow up. It can symbolize their promise to protect your baby from harm and negativity.
     • The mark might be a symbol of protection from passed loved ones, too.
       
       
   • Spiritual gifts: An angel might give your newborn powerful abilities like intuition, healing, or wisdom with their kiss. This can be a sign that your newborn is called to help others when they grow up.
     
     
   • Uniqueness: An angel kiss birthmark is considered a sweet sign of your baby’s uniqueness. As they grow up, it can be a reminder of their special talents and help them build self-confidence.
     
     
   • Spiritual connection: Your baby’s angel kiss birthmark can be a sign that they have a strong spiritual awareness. This might mean that they can see and communicate with angels and other spiritual beings.
     
     
   • Love: An angel kiss birthmark might symbolize all the love that is in your newborn’s future. It can be a sign that they’ll find their soulmate and have a long and loving relationship with them.
     
     
   • Purpose in life: The angel kiss birthmark on your baby’s head might represent their spiritual mission in life. When they’re older, it can serve as a reminder to find their purpose and stay on track to reach their goals.
     
     

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Cultural Meanings of Angel Kiss Birthmarks

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1. In the West and East, angel kisses symbolize luck and past lives. Many people in Western cultures believe that angel kiss birthmarks are kisses from an angel that bring you blessings and protection. People in Eastern countries like China and India also see these birthmarks as good luck symbols as well as signs of your connection to your past lives.

   • For instance, birthmarks are believed to be places where your ancestors were wounded.
   • Meditating to uncover the story behind the wound can help you heal and learn from your past lives’ mistakes.
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What is a stork bite birthmark?

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1. A stork bite is a red or pink birthmark on the back of a baby’s neck. Stork bites are another type of vascular birthmark. These birthmarks also fade with age but are often still visible on your baby’s neck by the time they’re an adult.

   • If your child wants to remove their birthmark, visit your dermatologist. They might recommend laser therapy or prescribe a medication to help it fade.
   • The stork bite birthmark gets its name from the belief that storks carry and deliver babies to their parents.

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• Other types of vascular birthmarks include hemangiomas (strawberry marks) and port-wine stains.
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• Pigmented birthmarks are another type of birthmark that is caused by increased pigment, or color, in your skin. Common pigmented birthmarks include moles (congenital nevi), café-au-lait spots, and Mongolian spots.
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