when does moro reflex go away

The Moro reflex usually goes away by about 2 to 6 months of age, and many babies start to lose it around 2 to 4 months. It can last a bit longer in premature babies.

Quick Scoop

This is a normal newborn startle reflex. It fades as your baby’s nervous system matures and they gain better head and body control.

When to ask a doctor

• If the reflex is still strong after 6 months.
• If it seems absent in a newborn or happens on only one side.

If you want, I can also explain what a normal Moro reflex looks like and how it differs from seizures.