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Author: Paloma Garcia Cruz

When Does the Startle Reflex Go Away?

When Does the Startle Reflex Go Away?

Reading Time: 2 minutes As a first-time parent, understanding the startle reflex, or Moro reflex, is important for monitoring your baby’s development. This automatic response is a key indicator of your baby’s neurological health. Knowing when it should go away and what challenges might arise if it persists can help you support your child’s.

Primitive Reflexes: Their Significance and Benefits

Primitive Reflexes: Their Significance and Benefits

Reading Time: 3 minutes Primitive reflexes are automatic, involuntary movements that originate in the central nervous system and are exhibited by newborns. These reflexes are crucial for survival and development in early life, laying the foundation for future voluntary motor skills and cognitive functions. Understanding these reflexes helps parents and caregivers support their baby’s.