A Giant congenital Melanocytic Nevus is a rare skin condition that only affects 1 in every 500,000 births, these types of birthmarks are present at birth and grow proportionately with the body. A GCMN is caused by an overgrowth of melanocytes pigment-producing cells in the skin. GCMNs have an elevated risk of developing into malignant melanoma, a type of skin cancer. They may also be associated with other conditions, such as Neurocutaneous melanosis where melanocytes grow in the brain and spinal

An Angel’s Kiss 👼 (medical term: Nevus Simplex, also called a salmon patch or stork bite, depending on the location) is a very common, harmless birthmark seen in newborns. Here’s what parents should know: ⸻ 💖 What It Looks Like • A flat, light pink or red patch on the forehead, eyelids, nose, or upper lip. • When found on the back of the neck, it’s often called a stork bite. • The color may deepen when the baby cries, gets warm, or strains. ⸻ 💡 Why It Appears It’s caused by tiny blood vessels

Congenital Melanocytic Nevus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment