Definitions for "Rooting Reflex"
An automatic reflex of a newborn where the baby will turn towards a touch on the cheek with an open mouth. | Back to previous page
a reflex seen in infants soon after birth. When you stroke the side of the infant’s face, she will turn her head in that direction, open her mouth, and stick out her tongue in search of the nipple to begin feeding.
One of the reflexes present at birth; infants will automatically turn their heads and start sucking when their cheeks are stroked.