I heard that newborn babies have some natural reflexes. What are they?

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In addition to what Evelyn mentioned, there’re also: - Root Reflex: Helps baby find the breast/bottle for feeding. Stroke the side of baby’s cheek with fingers/breast and he/she will turn his/her head and open mouth in the direction of touch - Tonic Neck Reflex: When baby’s head to turned to one side while he/she is lying on his/her back, the arm on the side (that the head was turned to) will stretch out - Tongue-thrust reflex: Baby will push out items that are placed at the tip of his/her tongue - Babinski reflex: Stroke the sole of the foot firmly and baby's big toe will bend back toward the top of the foot while the other toes fan out

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1. Grasp reflex. Baby will grabs all items that is placed close to their hands. 2. Startled reflex. Baby is easily startled by unexpected noises or movement. 3. Walking reflex. Baby will try to walk or stand when we hold his under arms and let his legs dangling with his toes touching the floor.

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Pretty much just adding on to what the other ladies mentioned earlier. Found this pictorial explanation on Pintrest, I find the startled reflex particularly cute!

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thanks