It’s common for newborns to wake up with a crusty, watery eye. While it can look like an infection, the usual culprit is a blocked tear duct (dacryostenosis). The good news is that a simple, gentle massage technique—often called the —can often clear the blockage at home.
You do not need to press hard. Use firm but gentle pressure—enough to create a slight "milking" action. It should not hurt your baby. If the baby cries or pulls away, you are likely pressing too hard. tear duct massage newborn
Your baby will squirm and cry not from pain (it doesn’t hurt), but because they dislike being restrained. Perform the massage while they are calm, swaddled, or nursing—and reward them with cuddles afterward. It’s common for newborns to wake up with
Before touching your baby’s face, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water. This is crucial to prevent introducing bacteria into the eye area. You do not need to press hard