1.
Snout / pout reflex - The snout reflex is a neurological reflex that causes the lips to
pucker or protrude when the upper lip is gently tapped. It's a primitive reflex that's normal
in newborns but abnormal in adults.
2. Palmomental reflex - The palmomental reflex (PMR) is an involuntary contraction of the
chin muscles that occurs when a specific part of the palm is stroked. It's also known as
the Marinescu-Radovici sign, Kinn reflex, or Marinescu reflex.
3. Bitting reflex - The bite reflex is an involuntary response in babies that causes them to
clench their jaws when something touches their mouth. It's a natural reflex that's usually
observed during teething or feeding.
4. Sucking reflex - The sucking reflex is a natural reflex in babies that causes them to suck
when their lips are touched or stroked. It's a survival instinct that helps babies find food.
5. Galant reflex - The Galant reflex, also known as the truncal incurvation reflex, is an
involuntary reflex in newborns that occurs when the side of their spine is stroked.
6. Glabellar reflex - The glabellar reflex, also known as the glabellar tap sign or Myerson's
sign, is a primitive reflex that involves tapping the forehead and observing the patient's
blinking response. It's a clinical exam that's used to help diagnose conditions like
Parkinson's disease and dementia.
7. Palmar grasp reflex - The palmar grasp reflex is an involuntary reflex in babies that
causes them to grasp an object placed in their palm. It's a primitive reflex that's present
in humans and most primates.
8. Plantar grasp reflex - The plantar grasp reflex is an involuntary reflex in which a baby
curls their toes around a finger placed on the sole of their foot. It's a primitive reflex that's
present in infants from 25 weeks of gestation until about 6 months of age. It's replaced
by the Babinski reflex in infants, but persists into adulthood
9. Atnr - The asymmetrical tonic neck reflex (ATNR) is a primitive reflex that babies are
born with. It's a natural response to head movements, and it helps babies develop
muscle tone, hand-eye coordination, and balance.
10. Stnr - The symmetrical tonic neck reflex (STNR) is a primitive reflex that usually appears
in babies during their first year of life. It's a transitional reflex that helps babies learn to
move their upper and lower body independently.
11. Babinski reflex - The Babinski reflex is a foot reflex that occurs when the sole of the foot
is stroked and the big toe moves upward. It's normal in infants and children up to two
years old, but it disappears as they get older. In adults, it's abnormal and can indicate a
problem with the brain or spinal cord.
12. Moro/ startle/ scratch reflex -The Moro reflex is an involuntary reflex in babies that
occurs when they are startled or feel like they are falling. It's also known as the startle
reflex.
13. Parachute reflex - The parachute reflex is an automatic muscle reaction that helps
infants avoid injury when they feel like they are about to fall. It's a key milestone in an
infant's neuromotor development.
14. Yawning reflex - Yawning is a normal reflex in newborns. It's a way for babies to get
more oxygen into their bodies, which helps their brains function and regulate their body
temperature. Yawning can also be a sign that a baby is sleepy.
15. Blinking reflex - The blinking reflex in a newborn is an involuntary reflex that causes a
baby to blink their eyes when they are exposed to bright light or sudden movement. This
reflex protects the eyes from potential harm.
16. Coughing reflex - A newborn's cough reflex is not fully developed at birth, but it begins to
develop in the first few months of life.
● A cough may also occur at the beginning of a cry, which is called a "cough cry
sequence".
17. Sneezing reflex - Sneezing is a normal reflex in newborns and is a sign that their
nervous system is working well. It's a natural way for babies to clear their noses and get
rid of irritants and germs.
18. Stepping reflex - The stepping reflex is a primitive reflex in newborns that causes them
to appear to walk or dance when their feet touch a flat surface. It's also called the
walking or dance reflex.
19. righting reflex - The righting reflex in newborns is a series of movements that help them
move from one stable position to another, eventually leading to the ability to stand.
These reflexes are important for a child's development and help them reach
developmental milestones like sitting, crawling, and standing.
20. Grasp initiating reflex -A "grasp initiating reflex" in a newborn refers to the Palmar grasp
reflex, where stroking the palm of a baby's hand causes them to automatically close their
fingers into a grasping motion; this is a natural reflex present in most newborns and
usually disappears around 4-6 months of age.
21. Clonus reflex - A clonus reflex in a newborn refers to a rhythmic, repetitive muscle
contraction that can be observed when stretching a baby's muscle, and while a few
beats of clonus can be considered normal in newborns, particularly when they are crying
or jittery, sustained or excessive clonus might indicate a neurological issue, often
requiring further medical evaluation; it's important to consult a pediatrician if you notice
significant clonus in your baby.
22. Opistonic posture - It often is a sign of infections, toxins or poisons, or conditions that
have toxic effects throughout your body. Many causes are preventable and treatable.
23. Tonic neck or fenching - The tonic neck reflex (TNR) is a primitive reflex in newborns
that causes the baby to extend their arm to the side they are turning their head to, while
flexing the arm on the opposite side. It's also known as the "fencing posture" because it
resembles the stance of a fencer.
24. Chin trembling - Chin trembling
in newborns is usually normal and not a cause for concern. It's a type of motor
phenomenon that's called a tremor
25. Landau or reverse moro reflex - The Landau reflex is a postural reflex that appears in
infants when they are held horizontally in a prone position. It's characterized by the infant
raising their head and arching their back.
26. Perez reflex - The Pérez reflex is a reflex in newborns that occurs when the spine is
stroked from the tail to the head. It's a primitive reflex that helps with the development of
the body's coordination and posture.
27. Superman or swimning reflex - (3 - 6 month) The swimming reflex is a natural reflex that
allows babies to move their arms and legs in a swimming motion when placed on their
stomach in water. This reflex is present from birth until about six months of age.
28. Magnetic reflex: If you put pressure on the sole of your baby's foot while their knee is
bent, they will stretch out their leg as soon as you want to remove your finger. So their
foot automatically stays in contact with your finger.
29. Cremastic reflex - The cremasteric reflex is a protective reflex that's present in some
newborns. It's triggered by stroking the inner thigh, and it causes the testicle on the
same side to retract.
30. Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex - A reflex that causes the baby's arms and legs to move
toward their body when their head moves forward.