Newborn Reflexes You Need to Know About (for better sleep and more!)

[@flikkeringlightz7472]

I remeber a documentary about babies. They said that actually that last reflect, the walking or what-ever reflect, doesnt actually fade away. Its just that the baby just puts on so much weight that they cant lift their feet anymore. In the documentary they had a bigger baby that did show that reflect anymore put in water, waist high water and now the baby started to walk!

[@katiecasey6277]

The stepping reflex is there to help in breastfeeding in the very newborn stage. At birth, when babies are placed skin to skin on mom's belly while mom is in a reclined position, that stepping reflex helps babies push themselves up to mom's breast by "stepping" on her belly. As mom's and babies are still learning to breastfeed, using this position will help babies use their reflexes and instincts to self-latch onto the breast. Once mom and baby figure out how to latch and nurse, this position is not necessarily the only position to use. This confidence in breastfeeding for both mom and baby tends to show up just as that stepping reflex starts to fade. Look up "breast crawl" videos to see what I mean.

[@TheWarriorLV]

Wow thank u. I always wondered about this.

[@intrepidtomato]

I figured that out when I put my week old baby on my stomach and I could see her trying to crawl towards my boob with all her might like she was starring in 'Vertical Limit' . Newborn babies' survival instincts are not as great as those of other baby mammals, but latching seems to be pretty high on the list of priorities

[@Fellasluvme2]

Now I understand the sucking reflex. We had our baby’s first pediatric visit today & her doctor was saying something similar; “Sucking doesn’t always mean hungry.” I kept thinking it just always meant she was hungry, so I would just head for the bottle lol. Now I know 🙂

[@hanizahhaliman5846]

After having 4 kids, im still suprised!😂. Thank you!

[@EmmaHubbard]

😂. Everyone is - I think the newborn reflexes are so cool and all parents should know.

[@alisonross4597]

I really appreciate how straightforward and informative your videos are! I’m 6 months pregnant with my first baby :)

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thanks so much! Also congrats on your pregnancy. I hope you are feeling well!

[@Fellasluvme2]

When it’s time to get her dressed, I’m so going to try the tonic neck reflex tomorrow on our newborn.

[@jenniferfaillace7874]

My baby is almost 10 weeks old and still has a really strong stepping reflex.

[@sarahroberts7374]

Wish I'd known about the tonic neck reflex sooner! Dressing newborns isnt easy haha i just stick to the comfiest & simplest items to dress him in! Why distress him trying to put on some fancy fiddly outfit just to be 'cute'. I only want what benefits him 😊💙

[@nicolenewsome4863]

Yeah my newborn doesn't like to be changed.

[@adamfarrell9369]

We have so many cute baby clothes but inevitably just choose one of our several 'muscle shirt' onesies because they are way easier for him to get in and out of... also whats with narrow sleeves!?! I wont even attempt most long sleeve shirts...

[@stoutemeisie1]

I’m with you . Received so many cute outfits , but only use the practical items

[@TheHorozAbi]

We quickly found out about swaddling after our little one woke up every time we put him in his bed. Pretty cool to learn that it is a reflex and will fade. He is 6 weeks old now, can't wait lol

[@marycatherine9151]

Swaddling is comfort for the baby cause it’s similar to the uterus. If I am wrong, someone is welcome to correct me.

[@nicolenewsome4863]

@@marycatherine9151 idk my baby hates to be swaddled I tried to swaddle her every time I needed to put her down to sleep and she would cry and wiggle and thrive out of the swaddle to get her hands free I tried every day for a week so after that I just gave up.

[@MeliMel86]

@@nicolenewsome4863 same here. My baby is 2 months and hates being swaddled and being placed on his back. It’s been hard keeping him asleep once we put him down.

[@EmmaHubbard]

Did any of these reflexes surprise you? Don't forget to get your free 0 - 12 months old developmental milestone chart here: get.emmahubbard.com/12monthmilestones/ 😊

[@iz4333]

Yes stepping reflex

[@EmmaHubbard]

The stepping reflex is pretty cool.

[@rubim.3211]

Shaking of the lip. My husband and i were literally talkin about this yesterday we honestly thought shes cold🤦. Thanks for the FYI

[@drwhoooooo]

Hello i love your videos! In your video about floor seats you have a lot of people asking about the Upseat, which claims to be designed by physical therapists. Could you please respond to these people with your thoughts on this floor seat? I had never considered buying a bumbo or anything but I had considered buying an Upseat because they claim to be designed to promote hip development and proper posture.

[@dexosa]

What about twitching while sleeping?

[@mermer7330]

So glad i found your channel. I should see my baby next weekend. Looking forward to implementing most of your tips if not all.

[@EmmaHubbard]

Glad to have you here! Wishing you all the best for next week. I really hope it is everything you wish for!

[@alexhernandez8012]

New dad here to a one month old baby boy, thank you for this information, very helpful.

[@EmmaHubbard]

Congratulations! So happy to hear you found this video helpful 😁 You might also find this video on newborn cues (how baby's communicate using their body movements and facial expressions) helpful kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXKzimWLetpog7s.

[@ellewilliams7746]

I googled the lip quiver today!! Thank you for informing me

[@EmmaHubbard]

No problem!!

[@Higginsadventurepack]

Most helpful channel out there!! Your videos continue to help me as a new mom. Anytime i have a question about my baby i look to see if you have made a video about it. Thank you!

[@EmmaHubbard]

@steeve lamb thanks for your lovely ☺️ comment. Hopefully they continue to help you out.

[@aleksandradoynova9670]

I am expecting my baby in February 2022. Very informative video, thank you so much

[@EmmaHubbard]

Congratulations! Hope the last few months of pregnancy goes quickly and smoothly. So glad to hear the video was helpful!

[@beccabrush8883]

I always wondered about the lip quiver!! I’m so thankful i found your channel!

[@EmmaHubbard]

💕

[@CoachMai]

Same!!

[@phedreBiOn]

God is amazing in how He made things.

[@EmmaHubbard]

Sure is!

[@jennifervelasquez7938]

Thank you for your videos! I always learn so much.

[@amplove369]

Just had my 3rd baby this was super insightful and i enjoyed listening to your voice. I am subscribed now thankyou for the knowledge!

[@EmmaHubbard]

Welcome!! And so glad this video was helpful!

[@lidiawillemse487]

How often should baby poofs per day

[@lidiawillemse487]

How is the poofs suppose to look like.yellow and runny???

[@alisolkanu4763]

The most fascinating thing is the newborn

[@EmmaHubbard]

Newborns are fascinating and so cute!

[@zayneexclusive1788]

This is informative thank you for this Ma'am❤My baby is almost 2 months😊

[@EmmaHubbard]

Glad it was helpful!

[@zizimagadla7216]

Hi Emma.. Thank you so much for this video. I was so worried about my baby tossing and turning every night.. I didnt know its the Moro reflex. I can't wait for her to have a proper sleep after this is over. Thanks again

[@zhujingwang3115]

This is amazing! Thank you for all these helpful information

[@EmmaHubbard]

You're so welcome!

[@nicolenewsome4863]

I wish I knew about the rooting reflex. Because I'm still not successful at breastfeeding with my newborn she will latch on for a moment and she doesn't want to put in the work.

[@planetpup5512]

I learned so much from this. Thank you!

[@EmmaHubbard]

So glad you found it helpful.

[@Ellacansew1]

I am glad I know ur channel... very glad.

[@EmmaHubbard]

💕

[@mariabuttazzoni243]

Excellent ..plus...every new mum should see your videos

[@jjenitajoangodwin3029]

Thank you Emma..Its really educative to understand my baby.. I have a question ..when I massage my baby over the chest he shows startle reflex is that normal?

[@prabukrishnamurthy3490]

Very valuable information. Thank you. Please keep the content coming.

[@jaclyn4098]

So informative! Thank you!

[@spacegoat877]

Very informative! thanks for this Emma.

[@rmrggg]

Emma, what is the case for using dummies on newborns? Is it recommended at a certain age or in certain conditions/situations only? Thanks!

[@brizzuh3995]

1-3 months to reduce chances of sids

[@alexovoxo]

Girl, that Monstera needs some more sunlight lol

[@tugcebelin7274]

Hi Emma , thank you for your informative videos I will be experiencing to be a mom soon and for the first time and you videos are really helpful 🌸 My question is there any negative effects of using white noise? And until what month can be used? Thank you !

[@katiemccarty6351]

Honestly, I am still using white noise in the form of an air purifier for my 20 month old

[@annarocha3254]

I use white noise as an adult. The negative is if the power goes out and you don't have a backup option. But that happens so rarely that it isn't really a downside.

[@mmbal-jjaf6520]

I really need the PDF , BUT I can't see it in the description box

[@MilahanPhilosophersCorner]

Helpful thank you.

[@EmmaHubbard]

No worries!

[@reyyanozturk9706]

Is the stepping reflex performing for newborns and leading to walk earlier and also healthier?

[@zahrabintulhudarizvi8307]

Really happy to found your channel.

[@EmmaHubbard]

💕

[@drwhoooooo]

Hello i love your videos! In your video about floor seats you have a lot of people asking about the Upseat, which claims to be designed by physical therapists. Could you please respond to these people with your thoughts on this floor seat? I had never considered buying a bumbo or anything but I had considered buying an Upseat because they claim to be designed to promote hip development and proper posture.

[@chitrabarnabas9478]

Informative👍 thank you.

[@okty06]

Great channel! Love your videos, they are short and to the point! Maybe you could do a video on thumb/fingers/fists sucking, self soothing...pros and cons. Keep up the great videos you’re doing! Xx

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@Clumpsygally]

Swaddling isn’t easy in a southeast Asian country. The weather is hot

[@jennekalundeen8302]

Your videos are so helpful and informative!

[@EmmaHubbard]

Glad you like them!

[@kanikajain1434]

My 3 month old is not sleeping well. His naps lasts only 20-30 mins max and at night he usually wakes up every 1-1 1/2 hour and struggles to go back to sleep. His hand movements doesn’t let him stay asleep. We are not swaddling him since he is showing signs of rolling. Pls advice

[@cherlo0731]

I love your videos! I am a new mom and I taught my baby how to turn over from your videos! Thank you! Would you be able to do a video on ways to help with flat head? My baby is almost 4 months and I am already doing so much tummy time but he still has a flat head!

[@EmmaHubbard]

Such great news you were able to help your little one learn how to roll over. Thanks for the video tip. Will try and make it soon!

[@NikolaTasicGoogle]

Super useful thanks 🙏

[@EmmaHubbard]

You’re welcome Nikola! So glad it was helpful 😀

[@marycatherine9151]

Mamma’s you should try not to let the baby suck on his/her hand/thumb, instead stick with a pacifier. when the baby gets older and your trying to get them to stop using a binki, you can not cut the tip of the thumb like you can cut the tip of the pacifier.

[@brittanyj9159]

Why do you recommend a swaddle instead of laying them down on their side then roll them over to their back when placing them down?

[@nicolenewsome4863]

You said the sucking reflex they use both when they are hungry and also to help calm themselves down so how do you know which is which?

[@jessica257k]

I have the same question. If they have a rooting and suckling reflex how do I know when they're actually hungry?

[@nicolenewsome4863]

@@jessica257k I found out how. When they have their hands open and they aren't reaching for you then they are full and if they are closed they are hungry also they will be crying at the same time. So in other words closed hungry and open full.

[@hafizarabiarabia2783]

Plz make a video on 2 month baby activities that can I follow full detail video in which you should describe also the feed time, bath time, 0lay time I will follow for my baby thank you

[@natabulous6429]

You can start doing tummy time, taking a thin cotton swaddle and run it over thier face and hands down thier body, this let's them feel a different sense its sensory play. Other that that follow your baby's cues for feeding and napping. She has a video on hunger cues I would recommend that video. There's no real "schedule" for such young babies. Feed every 1-2 hrs look for her video on hunger cues. Bath time sometime between 7-9pm is okay

[@sriabirami1643]

Hi.. My 4 mon lo is crying in sleep for past 3 days. Its like he is really scared and crying but he will again fall asleep. Its more of a thing he is doing in sleep. Is this a reflex? Or something i should be concerned

[@nicolenewsome4863]

www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324327 this might help.

[@ca147]

When does the rooting reflex go?

[@Juli-vc9kq]

My son throws a tantrum even when I swaddle him I have to put a pacifier in his mouth to shut him up😂so I can swaddle him right …he’s 6 months now it’s really hard getting him to nap, making him cranky and fussy 😮‍💨🥺struggling to keep him asleep without waking up because of loud noises etc. I have to make sure the house is extremely quiet but that is so not easy with the area where we live in so loud by the cars 🥺

[@deblinasaha4199]

My baby's lip quiver happens while breast feeding.is it normal?

[@kamrunnahar3997]

When this quivering lip reflex will fade?

[@deblinasaha4199]

Sometimes my baby shakes her legs while sleeping.is it notmal? She's almost 8weeks now

[@myroslavavillasenor3464]

My baby only has a rooting reflex when she's actually hungry. If she's not she just ignores it, or smiles. She's 1 month today, she's always been like that

[@vaishaliamin8422]

My baby is going to be 4month old and she off lately wakes up suddenly during her day nap and starts crying with a lot of sobbing sound . Sometime she calms down when I lift her but at times she's sobbing badly

[@EmmaHubbard]

Oh that sounds hard. The video I made on 7 tips for sleep might be helpful. In it I go over what to expect at this age with their day naps.

[@vaishaliamin8422]

@@EmmaHubbard Thank you so much ❤️

[@theregalreptile3953]

My baby likes to fling your head backwards sometimes when she's breastfeeding... It's kind of annoying because she works hard to let and then she thinks her head off. This really upsets her, is this some kind of reflex?

[@nikkithesim1518]

It may be due to a forceful letdown of breastmilk. Try using a pump or a hakka to release some milk before she latches.

[@shagunbaranwal774]

my newborn chin is twitching while breastfeeding or massaging or while sleeping ... is it normal or i should seek for pediatrician??

[@estherhl4810]

My little one of 5 months age has started to suck her fingers to calm down, and the pediatritian has told us to quit this habit right away, because it may stay for years affecting her teeth and introduce the pacifier instead (which she is not that fan of yet, so we need to teach her use it), because since it is an object, we can make it dissapearat a certain point. Is it really a reflex that will fade naturally at 12 months age? Thank you so much!

[@savagecabbage7781]

My baby sucks her fist and thumb and hates a dummy. I think it's more natural

[@jordaine1469]

My baby is 6weeks old and she hates being swaddled, what to do...

[@randaawwad5136]

Maybe try to double swaddle. My baby absolutely hated her swaddle but it turns out it just wasn’t tight enough.. we use a ollie world swaddle now over another swaddle and she loves it.. She falls asleep within minutes.. Hope this helps!!

[@jordaine1469]

@@randaawwad5136 thank you so much❤ I'll give it a try.

[@Xoomy1984]

My 4 months old has a very strong moro reflex, we still have to swaddle him every night otherwise he starts crying. Sometimes it lasts for 20 seconds and he open his eyes wide during the reflex, sometimes similar to epilepsy. Not sure if this is normal, I just really hope it's going to disappear soon because he already started to turn on his tummy and I'm afraid that the swaddle can be dangerous..thanks for your advice!

[@Kingatje]

I think for this one you better check with the pediatrician!

[@homelyfood1906]

My baby don't like swaddle,what should i do?

[@meksu7385]

What if my newborn doesnʻt have a grasping reflex?

[@zahrabintulhudarizvi8307]

My question is my baby is 8 month old and started eating food but some times she totally refused to eat. Why??

[@EmmaHubbard]

It’s really hard to say when I can’t see your little one in person. At this age they are still experimenting with food so she just might not be in the mood. When she doesn’t feel like eating you could always still play with the food so she gets to use to what the food feels like/ smell like etc. this way it is still a great learning opportunity

[@zahrabintulhudarizvi8307]

Thank you so much

[@deblinasaha4199]

Can startle reflex happen when awake?

[@EmmaHubbard]

Hi Deblina the startle reflex does happen when they are awake, as well as when they are asleep.😀

[@vishalsunda6076]

My baby 1.5 months old suffers from moro reflex a lot and doesn't like to be swaddled and likes to sleep on shoulder only and when I put her on the bed or crib gets very angry and starts crying...... What shud I do?

[@nisreenaltememie9610]

My baby is 2 months and she just like that..

[@vishalsunda6076]

@@nisreenaltememie9610 what can i do to try to swaddle him

[@vishalsunda6076]

@@hllymchll he tremendously has colic pain and doesn't want to sleep on the bed at all. What u can suggest

[@nisreenaltememie9610]

@@vishalsunda6076 there is wieghted blanket you can put it on him instead of swaddling

[@Kdm109]

@@vishalsunda6076 have you tried an elimination diet for yourself to see if it helps with the colic

[@keithcass257]

My 2 week baby has never done a stomping reflex

[@bernadettepilet2356]

Question, noticed a lot of moms don't want their babies to suck on their fingers because of the fear they will continue to suck their fingers as they are growing. Therefore they will pull the baby hands away , Is their any truth to that.

[@EmmaHubbard]

Hi @Bernadette Pilet I also hear this a lot from parents. I made a video on mouthing which explains why babies suck their hands and the impact which answers your question perfectly. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnW1oIuBYtOnp6c

[@bernadettepilet2356]

@@EmmaHubbard thanks . Will look at it

[@cinthiaham1517]

My baby hated swaddles and started rolling over at 10 weeks 🤦🏻‍♀️ sleep was difficult

[@nicolenewsome4863]

Yeah my baby doesn't like swaddled either.

[@momsquad1760]

Mine is 2 weeks amd hate swaddles but LOVES the love to dream.. seriously has been game changer

[@hansiweerakkody9390]

New born baby sleeps very quickly (like five minutes) when giving breastfeeding so baby not drinks enough milk so wakeup quickly (not sleep 2-3 hours) what can I do for that

[@AbdulRehman-ts4vv]

my baby 12 sal seeliping time hand move mend fut movemind plz help me

[@babiloumeriem7854]

My question is out of topic SORRY my 4 month old baby refuses to eat during the day and only eats every two hours from 10 pm to 10 am (this week) I tryed to switch to the bottle feeding but it doesn't work, from 10am to 10 pm, he takes the breast 2 minutes a time after each nap (3 to 4 naps ).. I noticed that he bites his lower lip and his fingers a lot.. he still have the same number of wet and dirty diaper. I was willing to start solid food at the age of 6 months but now I'm confused. Should I start sold food now since he's not eating or it's okay to keep this pattern of feeding. One more thing forget to mention is that he is still happy and active. Thank you for this very informative channel

[@EmmaHubbard]

Hmm it’s hard to know what is happening for your little one without seeing him. Biting this hands and mouth is common at this age because they have just worked out they have hands which they can control. I would think about feeding him in a dark room in the day as he might be getting distracted by the activity in the room during the day and that is stopping him from feeding. In Australia we don’t typically start solids until 6 months but if you want to start at 4 months just make sure he is well supported in the high chair. You could also see if you could start spacing the breastfeeds at night to 3hourly.

[@babiloumeriem7854]

@@EmmaHubbard thanks a lot

[@natabulous6429]

@babilou Meriem My 4month old struggles to feed during the day too, 4month regression can sneak into they daytime feeds. Babies feed better when they aren't fully awake. I have to rock/shush my baby to sleep/drowsy and then she will eat. If she is not asleep or drowsy she will fight and punch so I have to keep rocking to sleep and then once asleep she will feed. You can try something like that untill the regression passes

[@naomipinyolo6800]

At 2 weeks and some days my boy started attempting the skill of finger sucking

[@MiaMizuno]

Lip quiver for me was a sign of being afraid of the unknown 😅

[@tiggypiggy1086]

The baby has the same birth mark as me lol 7:49

[@MimiDec1996]

My baby Is 7 months old and he still does that. But he only does It when he doesn't have any clothes on.