Your child’s occupational therapist mentioned a connection between primitive reflexes and autism. You’ve read that some autistic children have “retained […]

Every new parent notices it — touch your newborn’s cheek and they instantly turn toward your touch and open their

Your newborn startles violently at every small sound. They arch their back and fling their arms outward repeatedly. Or your

Every healthy baby is born with a complete set of primitive reflexes. They are not learned — they are pre-installed,

Your paediatrician talks about reflexes at every check-up. Your OT mentioned specific reflex types in your child’s assessment report. You

Your occupational therapist mentioned “retained primitive reflexes” and you’re not sure what that means. Your child has sensory issues, difficulty

Your newborn’s paediatrician checked a series of reflexes at birth. Your occupational therapist mentioned “primitive reflexes” in your child’s assessment.

The same four notes hummed on repeat for an hour. A high-pitched shriek when excited. Clicking sounds made rhythmically when

Your child touches every surface they pass. They chew their school collar or sleeve. They refuse to wear certain clothes

Hand flapping. Rocking back and forth during TV time. Spinning in circles until dizzy. Jumping on the spot when excited.