Newborn reflexes are automatic, involuntary actions babies are born with, such as the Moro reflex (startle reflex), rooting reflex (turning the head to find a nipple), sucking reflex, grasp reflex, stepping reflex, and tonic neck reflex. These primitive reflexes are vital for survival, like feeding, and usually disappear within the first few months as the baby's brain develops. Common Newborn Reflexes Moro (Startle) Reflex: Triggered by a sudden movement, loud noise, or bright light, the baby ex

Dyslexia and retained primitive reflexes… what’s the connection? Retained reflexes can contribute to: ✅ Poor visual tracking and convergence, which make reading difficult. ✅ Delayed bilateral coordination and motor planning. ✅ Increased effort required and more fatigue when reading or writing. ✅ Reversals of letters and words, due to underdeveloped spatial orientation. ✅ Making copying from the board 10x harder Working on primitive reflex integration is one way to help dyslexia, and it definitel