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Newborn Reflexes - Topics CoveredThese harmless behaviors fall into 11 general groups. If your baby is healthy, skip the "What to Do" section. Go directly to the topic number that relates to your question for advice. Show
When to Call for Newborn Reflexes and BehaviorCall 911 Now
Call Doctor or Seek Care Now
Contact Doctor Within 24 Hours
Contact Doctor During Office Hours
Self Care at Home
Care Advice for Newborn Reflexes and Behavior
And remember, contact your doctor if your child develops any of the 'Call Your Doctor' symptoms.Disclaimer: this health information is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. Last Reviewed: 10/18/2022 Last Revised: 01/13/2022 Copyright 2000-2022. Schmitt Pediatric Guidelines LLC. Does Laryngomalacia cause SIDS?A short list of possible causes include gastroesophageal reflux, seizures, CCHS, respiratory infection, laryngomalacia (floppy airway that causes noisy breathing), congenital heart defect, heart rhythm problem, sepsis (overwhelming body infection), and child abuse.
What are the purposes of reflexes?Reflexes protect your body from things that can harm it. For example, if you put your hand on a hot stove, a reflex causes you to immediately remove your hand before a "Hey, this is hot!" message even gets to your brain.
What does research on infants recognition of language sounds demonstrate?What does research on infants' recognition of language sounds demonstrate? During their first few years, deaf children have no concept of language and communication. By their first birthday, infants lose the ability to recognize differences in sounds not important in their own language.
When can sound first be perceived?The ability to hear is evident as soon as the 5th month of prenatal development. In fact, an infant can distinguish between very similar sounds as early as one month after birth and can distinguish between a familiar and non-familiar voice even earlier.
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