The Moro reflex is a protective "primitive reflex" seen in healthy babies up to 6 months old. A baby's arms quickly extend away from the body with palms up and fingers splayed apart, and then retract ...

You may have noticed your baby being startled or reacting suddenly when you're trying to put them down to sleep. This is the Moro reflex, one of several normal reflexes that healthy babies are born ...

If your newborn is startled, they might cry out and curl up. This reflex is normal for the first few months of life and is something your baby’s doctor may check for after delivery. If your new baby ...