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19th Sep 2016

Babies Born With Big Heads Are More Likely To Be Intelligent

Amanda Cassidy

The size of your babies brain is strongly linked to their likelihood to get ahead in life!

Research carried out by scientists at UK Biobank found that head circumference and larger brains are now proven to be associated with superior intelligence.

Over 500,000 people took part in the study that delved into the relationships between DNA, brain function and future success.

The Daily Mail reports that the study is so accurate that researchers could pinpoint those who would be most likely to attend University in the future.

Professor Deary from the University of Edinburgh who lead the study said gene variants are strongly linked to intelligence.

This finding is the first of its kind to emerge from the study which will continue to focus on DNA and childhood cognitive ability.

It means that rapid growth during the neonatal period could have a direct cognitive impact on IQ in your child.

I knew it was a good thing!

Did you have a big head baby? Let us know in the comments what you think!