What's That Gunk in My Newborn's Eye?

You’re staring at your newborn’s eye thinking… is that normal?

A little mucus turns into a watery eye. Then the eyelashes start sticking together. And suddenly you’re wondering if your baby has an infection, if you need antibiotics, or if you should be doing something about it.

I’ve been there.

All three of my children had this particular eye issue, so I know both the pediatric ophthalmologist side and the mom side of wondering, “Okay… what do I do now?”

I put together a free guide to help you figure it out.

Inside, I’ll walk you through:

  • What that discharge may actually mean

  • What to look for

  • What you can do

  • When it’s worth calling your pediatrician

  • And what happens if it doesn’t go away

Download the free guide below! A straightforward guide from a pediatric ophthalmologist who has seen this plenty of times, and experienced it at home, too.

Created by Dr. Rupa Wong

I’m a board-certified pediatric ophthalmologist and a mom of three. I examine babies’ eyes every day, and I know how difficult it can be for parents to tell the difference between normal newborn development and something that should be checked.

I created this guide to give you clear, specific information—without making you worry about every little eye movement.

This guide is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. It does not replace an examination or individualized guidance from your child’s doctor. If you have concerns about your baby’s eyes or vision, please contact your child’s pediatrician or pediatric ophthalmologist.