Press down. You aren't trying to poke the eye. You are trying to compress the tear sac against the bone. It should feel like pressing a button.
Be consistent, be gentle, and be patient. One morning, you’ll wake up, and those eyes will be bright, clear, and dry. And you can stop playing eye doctor.
However, there is one simple, gentle technique that can help clear the blockage faster and keep your baby comfortable: What is actually happening? Tears normally drain from the eye down a tiny tube (the nasolacrimal duct) into the nose. In newborns, the bottom of that tube sometimes has a thin membrane that hasn't opened yet. Think of it like a tiny straw with a cap on the end. infant blocked tear duct massage
Look at the inner corner of your baby’s eye (the side closest to the nose). Feel for the small, hard bony ridge of the nose. Right next to that bone, just inside the eye socket, is a tiny sac. That’s your target.
First, take a deep breath. This is not an eye infection (though it can look like one). It is not usually painful for the baby. And in 90% of cases, it resolves on its own by the time the baby turns one. Press down
Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your pediatrician before starting any home treatment for your infant.
Place your clean pinky finger (or thumb) in the corner of the eye, right against the side of the nose. It should feel like pressing a button
While maintaining that gentle pressure, roll or sweep your finger straight down the side of the nose toward the nostril.
