Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO Key Takeaways The Moro reflex is a startle response in babies that makes their ...

We all have reflexes. They are a type of involuntary movement or action that occurs in response to a stimulus. When you go to the doctor and they hit your knee with a light hammer, your leg ...

Your baby's newborn reflexes – called developmental reflexes or primitive reflexes – are survival instincts triggered by their central nervous system. A reflex can be a spontaneous movement, but it's ...

Many newborns will instinctively grasp things, often your finger, due to the palmar grasp reflex. This reflex usually disappears after about six months. Share on Pinterest Diane Durongpisitkul/Stocksy ...

When babies are born, everything they experience is new. They go from being safe and warm in the womb to having all sorts of sights, sounds, smells, and feelings thrown at them. If your baby feels any ...

The sucking reflex comes naturally to most babies, and its key to helping them effectively drink formula or breastmilk. Here's what you need to know. Your baby does this without thinking about it ...

When you’re talking about your baby’s growth, you probably don’t expect the word “parachute” to be part of the conversation. That said, the parachute reflex is something you should know about.