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Can a baby born with dark brown eyes get light brown eyes the 1st year?

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Dr. Justin Greiwe answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes: Eye color can change over time so it is possible for your babies eye color to lighten over time.

Answered 4/16/2015

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