🧠 Nervous system of infants
Neurological problems in infants (3-12 months)
Symptoms
Seizures in infants
Seizures in infants (3-12 months): Types and causes Seizures in infants are always a concerning symptom that requires immediate medical attention. They are a sudden, uncontrolled s…
Tremor in infants
Tremor in infants (3-12 months): When is shaking normal? Tremor is a rhythmic, involuntary shaking of a part of the body, most often the hands. In newborns tremor is a physiologica…
Developmental delays in infants
Developmental delays in infants (3-12 months): "Red flags" The period from 3 to 12 months is a time of incredible progress in a child's development. It is important to remember tha…
Infant muscle weakness
Muscle Weakness in Infants (Hypotonia) Muscle weakness, or hypotonia, is a reduction in muscle tone, causing the child to appear "floppy", "soft" or "flexible like a rag doll". It …
Coordination problems in infants
Coordination problems in infants Motor coordination in infants develops gradually: from chaotic hand flailing to purposeful grasping of a toy, from attempts to roll over to confide…
Abnormal movements in infants
Abnormal movements in infants The world of infant movements is very diverse. Many of them, although they may seem strange to parents, are completely normal. However, there are cert…