Your baby's astrology, in a nutshell
Taurus
April 20 – May 20
Lucky are the parents of a Taurus child. These earth-element children are family-oriented and will put their loved ones first throughout their lives. True to their bull sign, these powerful beings are known to be patient and calm until someone hurts them—or worse, their loved ones—which causes them to charge at the offender, horns first. Ruled by the sensual planet Venus, these mighty protectors are drawn to earthly pleasures and have a strong desire to win. Plan on cavities with this one, as they love snacking on sweet treats.
Gemini
May 21 – June 20
Parents of a Gemini child may be puzzled when their baby's attitude changes on a whim. While this twin sign may seem like they're a whirlwind of emotion, they're actually just deeply in touch with their feelings and able to express them clearly thanks to their ruling planet, Mercury. A Gemini child's interests are always changing thanks to their wind element. In order for these extremely smart children to be happy, they need intellectual stimulation, affirmation and the freedom to explore their desires, on their terms.
Cancer
June 21 – July 22
Your Cancer child is as deep and vast as the ocean, thanks to being ruled by the emotional moon. While these so-called "crabs" may have a defensive, mean streak when provoked, they're typically private with their emotions and have a deep sense of personal pride. Not unlike royalty, these water-sign children have an aura of respect and authority but may be hiding a sensitive and easily wounded heart. The cure? Lots of love and understanding.
Leo
July 23 – August 22
While being affiliated with a lion may make Leo children seem fierce and predatory, they're more like well-loved house cats than the ruler of the animal kingdom. Like a cat, this fire sign operates according to their own rules and is usually self-motivated, but they can be easily influenced by outside stimuli or conflicting personalities. Leo children are ruled by the sun, which makes them bright and energetic, but intense enough to burn those who dare to get too close. These children need parents who are cool and calm to keep from burning out.
Virgo
August 23 – September 22
A Virgo child is nurturing and kind. These loving, tender maiden-sign children enjoy being doted upon and will go to great lengths to please their parents. Because their element is earth, these Mercury-ruled children quickly develop a taste for luxury (think soft fabrics, cool temperatures and delicious food) and may act out when things are less than cozy. As they grow, however, these children tend to become perfectionists who overanalyze and criticize situations, and themselves, so they need their parents to be a voice of reason.
Libra
September 23 – October 22
If Cupid had a star sign, it would be Libra. Known as the lover of the zodiac, these sweet-natured, Venus-ruled children have unbelievably big hearts and get true satisfaction from showing their love and affection to others. Like many air-element children, their feelings can be easily hurt, so parents of Libra babies should be extra gentle, especially when it comes to discipline. Represented by the scales of justice, Libra values fairness and truth, giving them an aura of wisdom and thoughtfulness not common among other star signs.
MORE: Babies Sing Lullabies
