____ is the reflex that helps the neonates find the nipple before they have learned how to feed from their mother's breast.

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The rooting reflex helps neonates locate the nipple by turning their head towards stroking or touching on their cheek or mouth, which helps them initiate feeding. The Babkin reflex occurs when pressure is applied to both palms of the hands, causing the infant's mouth to open and their eyes to close. The suckling reflex is the coordinated sucking and swallowing of breastmilk or formula, which is essential for neonatal nutrition. The Moro reflex is the startle reflex, which occurs when a neonate hears a sudden loud noise or experiences a sudden jolt, causing them to throw their limbs and head outward briefly before bringing them back towards their body.

____ Is the Reflex That Helps the Neonates Find the Nipple