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Baby Is Born With Several Reflexes |
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Tony
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Baby's Reflexes..
A baby is born with certain reflexes to
protect them during the first few weeks.
These reflexes will disappear after a few
weeks and be replaced with voluntary movement
during baby's development.
Doctors will check these reflexes to ensure
his central nervous system is working correctly.
Walking Reflex
If you hold baby in an upright position
with his feet touching the floor, his legs
will seem to be trying to walk. This reflex
will last for about 3-4 weeks, and he won't
actually walk until he is around 12 months.
Crawling Reflex
Place baby on his stomach and he will take
up a crawling position with his bottom in
the air and his legs bent. This lasts for
about two months when he will then be able
to lie flat.
Search Reflex
Touch baby's cheek with your finger or breast
and he will turn towards the source and
open his mouth in search of food. This reflex
will last for about 12 weeks.
Grasp Reflex
Place your finger in the palm of baby's
hand and he will grasp it. This involuntary
movement will persist for about 3 months.
Sucking Reflex
Put your (clean) finger in baby's mouth
and he will suck on it. This reflex ensures
he will be able to feed.
Diving Reflex
If baby is placed in water - either during
a water birth or in a swimming pool - his
throat will close so that he does not swallow
the water. This means that baby will not
drown if born in water, and he will also
be a natural swimmer. This reflex will last
for about 2 months, or longer if you take
him swimming.
Babinski's Reflex
Stroke the sole of baby's foot and his big
toe will curl up and the other toes will
spread out. This lasts for about two years.
About the Author
Tony Luck who runs a site with advice
for moms-to-be and new moms, including
the fascinating chinese
pregnancy calendar which is supposed
to tell you whether the baby you are expecting
will be a boy or girl, and a conception
chart to tell you when baby is expected. |
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