Newborn Clogged Tear Duct Massage ✰

Always check with your pediatrician before starting anything new.

If your baby experiences any of the following, consult a doctor:

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It's recommended to start the massage when the baby is a few weeks old, as the blockage often resolves on its own within the first few months.

Guide to Newborn Clogged Tear Duct Massage A , or dacryostenosis , is common in newborns, affecting nearly 20% of infants . It typically occurs when the thin membrane at the end of the tear duct fails to open at birth, preventing tears from draining into the nose . This results in "sticky eyes," where tears pool and crusty discharge accumulates. Always check with your pediatrician before starting anything

The goal of this massage is to apply gentle pressure to the lacrimal sac, which can help force the blockage to open.

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Studies have shown that massage can be an effective way to relieve clogged tear duct symptoms in newborns. A 2017 study published in the Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus found that massage was effective in resolving clogged tear duct symptoms in 85% of infants.