McPhillips saw that certain 'primary reflexes' - such as the palmar reflex where a baby will grasp your hand if you place your finger on its palm - assist with the foetus's development.

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The current study authors were surprised to find that in contrast, sensory input was not necessary for maturation of the reflex circuit in newborns. The study featured experiments done in ...

As a new parent, one of the first things you notice about your newborn is how soft their skin is. It hasn’t been exposed to environmental pollutants, sun or any of the other things that can ...

Jan. 15, 2025 — Research has established a clear link between racial and ethnic disparities in maternal heart health and higher risks of preterm birth, preeclampsia and cardiovascular issues for ...

The current study authors were surprised to find that, in contrast, sensory input was not necessary for maturation of the reflex circuit in newborns. Published online January 2 in the journal ...

Abortion bans don't just kill women. They kill babies. This is evident in the data, which shows a dramatic rise in the state's infant mortality after Texas banned abortion. As the Washington Post ...

Jaundice (yellow skin) in a baby during the first 3 months of life (90 days) The skin turns a yellow color from high bilirubin levels in the blood ...

A newborn girl was found abandoned in front of a Bronx home — and cops are asking the public’s help finding the mother. The infant, wrapped in blankets and placed in a reusable tote bag ...

A new study reveals what controls the maturation pace of this reflex in newborn animals, with implications for balance and eye movement disorders. An ancient brain circuit, which enables the eyes ...