The sucking reflex comes naturally to most babies, and its key to helping them effectively drink formula or breastmilk. Here's what you need to know. Your baby does this without thinking about it ...

When you’re talking about your baby’s growth, you probably don’t expect the word “parachute” to be part of the conversation. That said, the parachute reflex is something you should know about.

Why do doctors warn against newborn sleeping on their stomach? Discover the risks involved and ensure your baby's safe sleep ...

Have you noticed your baby suddenly jerking their arms and legs as if startled? This is the Moro reflex, an instinctual response that arises from your baby's developing nervous system. It is entirely ...

I'm the baby and kids gear writer, a mom to three and former teacher. Getting my babies to actually sleep in their bassinets was one of the most unexpectedly frustrating things I faced as a new parent ...

As a zebrafish swims, it uses a brain circuit that turns any shifts in orientation sensed by the balance system into an instant counter-rotation of the eyes. The body rotates but the orientation of ...

Here's how to try it out with your infant. Fact checked by Sarah Scott A new study has highlighted the benefits of the "breast crawl," or letting your newborn tap into their instincts and move to the ...