Moro Reflex in Child Development — What It Is, When It Goes, What Happens If It Stays
Your newborn startles violently at every small sound. They arch their back and fling their arms outward repeatedly. Or your […]
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.
Your child stares at the ceiling fan for minutes at a time. They hold objects right up to their eyes
Your child repeats lines from Chhota Bheem or Doraemon — word for word, hours after watching. They answer a question