Tell me about the strange primitive reflex of the newborn.
A few weeks after birth, most of the physical activity is reflex. For example, when the newborn baby hears a loud noise or his head suddenly leans back, he will make [a surprise] performance: his limbs are wide open, his neck is stretched, and then he quickly withdraws his arms to his chest, which is called [hug reflex]. Next, let’s understand the common neonatal primitive reflex one by one. Foraging reflex Foraging reflex is a natural reflex of newborns. When you fiddle with his cheek or lips, The baby will turn its head in the direction of your hand. Foraging reflex helps the baby find the nipples while feeding. At first, the baby will swing its head left and right, Read More …