Primitive reflexes are natural reflexes that babies are born with to help them survive and develop. They include things like the grasping reflex and the rooting reflex. As babies grow and develop, these reflexes should go away and be replaced by more voluntary movements. However, in some cases, these reflexes can persist into later stages of development. This is referred to as “retained primitive reflexes.” When these reflexes are retained, they can cause problems with movement, coordination, le