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Why don't babies generally release tears when they cry?

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That's a good question.. We all have the pictures of a newborn crying.. and yet.. there's no tears.. However, if you look into a baby's eye.. they're moist, and sparkly.. whenever they grace you with a look into their eyes; which are closed, most of the time when they're that little. read more

However, if you look into a baby's eye.. they're moist, and sparkly.. whenever they grace you with a look into their eyes; which are closed, most of the time when they're that little., and that's because their tear ducts and lacrimal (tear) glands are not developed yet. read more

Try to postpone the cry but don't cancel it altogether. Suppression isn't good. Excuse yourself, find an appropriate place, and cry. If you can't leave the situation, postpone the cry and stem the tears with a positive distraction. It would depend on the person and the situation, but she suggests watching a funny video. read more

There are three types of tears: basal tears, reflexive tears, and psychic tears. Basal tears are produced at a rate of about 1 to 2 microliters a minute, and are made in order to keep the eye lubricated and smooth out irregularities in the cornea. read more

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