1. Reflexes Reflex Stimulation Response* Rooting
Cheek stroked with finger or nipple
Head turns; mouth opens
Sucking
Finger or object in infant’s mouth
Sucks using tongue and mouth
*These behaviors cease a few months after birth.
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2. Reflexes Reflex Stimulation Response* Moro (Startle)
Sudden stimulus, such as loud noise or being dropped
Extends legs, arms, and fingers; arches back, draws back head
*These behaviors cease a few months after birth.
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3. Reflexes Reflex Stimulation Response* Tonic Neck
Head turned to one side
Extends arms and legs on that side; flexes opposite limbs
Babinski
Sole or foot stroked
Toes fan out; foot twists in
*These behaviors cease a few months after birth.
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4. Reflexes Reflex Stimulation Response* Grasping (Palmar)
Something placed in palm of hand
Makes tight grasp; will grasp tighter if object is pulled away
Stepping
(Walking)
Held upright with feet touching flat surface
Appears to walk in a coordinated way
*These behaviors cease a few months after birth.
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5. Reflexes Rooting Grasping (Palmar) Tonic Neck Babinski Sucking
Moro (Startle)
Stepping (Walking)
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