The swelling is from the pressure of passing through the birth canal and will subside in a few days. The eyes may be irritated from the medication that was applied right after birth to prevent eye infections. This, too, will go away, usually within 48 hours. And, your baby really isn't squinting, but only appears to be because of the folds of skin at the inner corners of the eyes. As the weeks pass, these folds become less prominent and the appearance of squinting will go away.
Babies can see fairly well at birth, especially objects that are one to two feet away.
Your newborn can see your face when you hold him or her, focus on a mobile above him or her, and look in mirrors. Crying Crying is a baby's way of communicating, of saying that he or she is wet, hungry, cold, or tired. Cries may have different sounds, depending on what your baby is trying to communicate. You will soon learn what your baby needs by identifying each particular cry. Babies at this age can't be spoiled, so don't be afraid to pick up your baby and comfort him or her.