Newborn Reflexes

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Across
  1. 4. Baby's head is turned to one side, the arm stretches out and the opposite arm bends at the elbow
  2. 5. Baby appears to take steps when held upright with feet touching a solid surface
  3. 7. Helps infant survive if dropped into water
  4. 10. Involuntary movements or actions
Down
  1. 1. Happens when the roof of the baby's mouth is touched
  2. 2. Sole of the foot is stroked causing the big toe to bend back and other toes to fan out.
  3. 3. Baby turns head and opens mouth to in the direction of stroking at the corner of the mouth
  4. 6. A permanent reflex that protects infant from strong stimulation
  5. 8. When baby is startled by a loud sound or movement
  6. 9. Stroking the palm causes baby to close fingers