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6 Cards in this Set
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The sucking reflex
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A baby will suck on anything that is put into his or her mouth.
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The rooting reflex
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If one side of the baby's cheek is touched, the baby's head will turn towards it searching for the mother's nipple.
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The stepping reflex
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When held upright with the feet on a flat surface, the baby will make forward stepping movements.
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The startle reflex
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If startled by a sudden loud noise or bright light, the baby will move arms outwards with elbows bent and hands clenched.
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The falling ("Moro") reflex
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Sudden movements that affect the neck give the baby the feeling that it may be dropped, so the baby will fling out the arms and open the hands as if falling.
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The grasp reflex
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If the palm of the hand is touched with an object or finger, the hand automatically grasps it.
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