Question

Touching or stroking a newborn infant’s check will result in the infant turning toward the touch. this is an example of a:

Answer 1

Babies are born with reflexes or programmed responses to certain stimuli, such as touch. These reflexes help ensure survival. But they also provide an opportunity for a baby to interact with the world. For example, the rooting reflex is elicited by gently stroking a newborn's cheek.