It’s all because of a retained reflex called the STNR - symmetrical tonic neck reflex. It’s a reflex that splits the body in half from top and bottom, and it helps to allow babies to learn to crawl forward. When it doesn’t integrate, or mature, that leaves the person’s body movements at the mercy of what their head, neck, and eyes are doing. It’s extremely exhausting! It can be 10 times harder for people with this reflex retained to copy from the board, sit properly in a chair, ride a bike, etc.

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Dr Eric Hansen on Instagram: "Straighten Up: Is the STNR Reflex Impacting Your Child’s Posture? 🧠 Noticing your child slouching or resting their head on their hand? It could be a clue that the Symmetric Tonic Neck Reflex (STNR) hasn’t been fully integrated. Quick Check🔍 All Fours: Have your child get on their hands and knees. Happy Cat: Look up and arch the back inwards. Angry Cat: Then, reverse it, arching the back outwards. Watch for Signs: If you see their elbows buckle during these movemen

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Dr Fraser McClymont | Neurodevelopment Care on Instagram: "Why are we rocking while she resists with her hands and feet? 🤔 It may look like play, but this movement is doing BIG things for her brain and body: ✨ Vestibular Rocking – activates the inner ear system that drives balance, coordination, and emotional regulation. ✨ Hand & Foot Resistance – pushing back builds core strength, body awareness, and postural stability. ✨ STNR Reflex Integration – challenges and integrates this primitive refle