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Newborn Reflexes: Images & Types

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Newborn Reflexes: Images & Types

Newborn reflexes are involuntary motor responses originating from the brainstem in infants, which facilitate survival. They are usually inhibited by four to six months of age as the infant’s brain matures and replaces primitive reflexes with voluntary motor activities. There are many primitive reflexes. Some of the most commonly assessed are summarized here.
Last updated: January 20, 2026
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