| Just like the *red-headed step-child* joke, having a baby with red hair that you perceive to be ugly usually represents being the butt of jokes or treated poorly by those around you. While the baby symbolizes your situation, your reaction to the baby gives more details about your reaction. For example, if you were angry and horrified, it may suggest acting out against your tormentor. However, if you seemed to quietly accept this fact, you could be in denial or not ready to assert yourself in front of others. |  |