Some reflexes are present from birth but most disappear after two or four months. Reflexes develop to ensure evolutionary survival. What are the most important reflexes you will notice in your baby?

Newborns make a lot of strange movements and exhibit unexpected behaviors during the first year of life. They can startle at nothing, suck at the air, cross their eyes, breathe funny, and more. New ...

Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO Key Takeaways The Moro reflex is a startle response in babies that makes their arms extend and retract. Newborns grow out of the Moro reflex within the ...

Have you heard of reflexology? It’s basically a specific type of massage that is used to relieve tension in other areas of your body. It’s an alternative medicine, which means it’s not totally ...

Foot reflexology involves applying pressure to specific points on the soles of the feet. Some smaller studies suggest it may help reduce anxiety, ease fatigue, and lower blood pressure. There are no ...

The following reflexes are present in infant: Moro (startle) – disappears after about four months: When infants are startled by loud sounds or by being suddenly dropped a few inches, they will first ...