Skill· 0mo–3mo· 2 min

Babinski Reflex Discovery

Parent strokes the sole of baby's foot to observe the Babinski reflex — toes fanning outward when the foot is stimulated. The agent coaches the parent to understand newborn reflexes as indicators of a healthy nervous system, while also observing tactile responsiveness.

Free to do together whenever you like.

What you'll need

Baby lying on back, alert or calm. Bare feet accessible. No socks or footwear. Parent's hands clean.

How it works

The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.

What this develops

Visual example

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