The Moro Reflex, often known as the startle reflex, is one of the earliest primitive reflexes. It helps babies respond to sudden changes in sound, movement, touch, light, or position.

As children grow, the Moro Reflex needs to become inhibited so they can develop stronger emotional regulation, sensory processing, movement confidence, attention, and readiness for learning.

When the Moro Reflex has not fully inhibited, children may appear easily startled, anxious, reactive, overwhelmed, emotionally sensitive, impulsive, distracted, or constantly on alert.

This course helps parents, teachers, educators, and support staff understand the Moro Reflex through practical, child-centred strategies.

It is not about labelling children.

It is about understanding what the body and nervous system may still need.