If the newborn doesn't cry, the medical staff immediately takes action, because there is a very short window of time in which to save the baby. The old technique of holding babies upside down and slapping their back is not done anymore, said Dr.5 ene 2015
Should I be worried if my baby doesn't cry?
A: Don't worry. When your baby was born, he already took his first big breath and got rid of most of the fluid in his lungs. At 10 days of life, his lungs are full of air and there shouldn't be any concerns about residual fluid.2 jul 2015