Moro reflex / reaction

In response to loss of balance, the baby arches his back, flings his arms outwards, extends his legs, and opens his hands, after which he slowly returns to a flexed position, often resembling an embrace. The response disappears around 3 - 5 months of age. Ernst Moro -- German children’s doctor (1874-1951) It is suggested that the Moro reflex has survival value. When loosing balance, the baby clings to the mother (supposedly with skin hair). For more baby reflexes check my playlist: