What is the pincer reflex?

Answer by  nfr (115)

Pincer reflex is an ability of an infant to grasp a small object with index finger and thumb, it is usually developed by babies between 6 month and one year old

Answer by  Cheri99 (187)

It is the ability to grasp small objects between the thumb and index finger. Most infants develop this ability between nine and twelve months of age, and it is a major milestone in fine motor skill development.

Answer by  lilian (397)

By 8-9 months, the baby uses the the thumb and the radial fingers are used to grasp objects. Finally, at 10-12 months the baby develops the fine pincer grasp, which is when the baby can pick up a small object between the distal thumb and index finger.

Answer by  Jan (166)

The pincer reflex is also called the pincer grasp. This develops in infants at about 9 months of age and enables them to pick up small objects.