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What do newborn facial expressions mean?

  Newborns are precious and utterly fascinating. Every day with them is full of discoveries. One of the most amazing things about them is their facial expressions. They start making all kinds of faces from the moment they are born. Some look peaceful, others look like they are in pain, and still, others look like they are concentrating hard on something. So what do all these newborn facial expressions mean? 1. Peaceful Expression The most common peaceful expression you will see on your baby's face. It usually happens when they are sleeping or just after they have had a feeding. This face is characterized by an open mouth and eyes that are still or lightly squinting. Sometimes you may even see a faint smile on your baby's face when they are in a deep sleep. 2. Facial Expression of Pain You may see this grimace on your baby's face when they have a wet or dirty diaper or are constipated. It can also signify that they are overstimulated and need some quiet time. If you see this...