The rooting reflex develops while a baby is in the womb. It helps babies find a nipple so that they can nurse, but can also help a baby find a bottle nipple. We explain more about this reflex ...

Your baby’s startle reflexes will begin to disappear as they grow. By the time your baby is 3 to 6 months old, they probably won’t demonstrate the Moro reflex any longer.

Reflexes are automatic and involuntary actions the body produces in response to certain stimuli. They are usually protective in nature. Learn more.