As William is laying his infant down in the crib at bedtime, he gently removes his hand from the back of the baby's head and neck.The baby thrusts its arms outward appearing to grasp onto something.This is known as the _______ reflex.

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The Moro reflex is a startle reflex that is present in infants. It is triggered by a sudden movement, loud noise, or change in position, and causes the baby to throw their arms out and then bring them back in as if grasping onto something. This reflex is typically present in babies up to 4-6 months of age. The Babinski reflex is related to the movement of the toes in response to stimulation on the sole of the foot. The startle reflex, also known as the "embracing reflex," causes the infant to hug themselves in response to a sudden movement or noise. The swimming reflex is present in newborns and allows them to paddle and kick their arms and legs when placed in water.

As William Is Laying His Infant Down in the Crib