Surprising Yet Common: 15 Astonishing Traits of Newborn Babies

3. Tearless Wails: Crying without Tears
Newborns may cry extensively, but tears are not a given. Tear ducts continue developing after birth, causing delayed tear production. Most infants begin shedding tears around 2 weeks old, although some might take up to 2 months. Despite the lack of tears, their crying serves as communication.