Reflexes
- 2. Types of reflexes of infant
Moro reflex
Grasping reflex
Tonic-Neck reflex
Rooting reflex
Stepping reflex
Sucking reflex
Editor's Notes
- Occur when the baby’s position is suddenlychanged
- Infants grasp objects that cause pressure against the palm.Also known as plamer reflex
- Observe when baby is his head to one sideArms and legs on the side extendsLimbs on the opposite side reflex
- Baby turns head and chin towards the chin, corner of the mouth –facililtates breastfeeding