What is the “Moro Reflex”/Startle Reflex?
The Moro Reflex is the tendency of infants to startle and “jump” for no apparent reason. Nearly all babies do this – some more constantly than others. This, like colic, comes with several different theories. One suggests that without the “all-over support” of the fluid in the womb, the baby frequently experiences a “falling” sensation and startles awake. This reflex can be virtually eliminated by the sensation created by swaddling.
