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Startle reflex when baby awake
My baby is 3 and half month old and I notice baby startle reflex when baby is awake. I notice it today only. Is this normal and reflex is for a second only. Do I need to get baby check or this is normal
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Hello, startle reflex is normal in newborns and infants. No need to worry. Swaddling of baby will help.
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
It's normal.
According to age of baby
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Dr. Deepshikha
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Shahdol
Startle reflex is normal at this age .
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you can swaddle well your child while sleeping ,it will provide them comfortable sleep.
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