Newborn ReflexesCurrent as of: May 4, 2017 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim, MD - Pediatrics & John Pope, MD - Pediatrics |
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Newborn ReflexesTopic OverviewNewborn reflexes are involuntary movements that babies make when a part of their body is stimulated. The main newborn reflexes include:
Newborn reflexes fade between 2 months and 1 year of age as the brain matures. Related InformationCredits
ByHealthwise Staff Current as ofMay 4, 2017
Current as of: May 4, 2017 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim, MD - Pediatrics & John Pope, MD - Pediatrics |
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