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Medical Conditions - Sucking Reflex

Sucking reflexes are referred to as involuntary movements that can happen either spontaneously or as a response to different actions. This happens when the roof of the baby's mouth is touched. The sucking reflexes can be strong in some babies and weak in others, depending on various factors.

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