EP 48: Reflexes Part 3: The Hidden Blueprint of Brain Development | Dr. Laura Hanson + Cathy Meehan

In Part 3 of this 3-part reflex series, Cathy Meehan and Dr. Laura Hanson explore postural reflexes—how the body learns to work with gravity, build balance and coordination, and support healthy brain development through movement.

Dr. Hanson explains how postural reflexes begin at birth and continue developing as babies lift their heads, crawl, cruise, bounce, and eventually walk. This episode also connects posture, flexibility, vestibular function, chronic stress patterns, and asymmetry to neurological health and overall development.

What you’ll learn:

• What postural reflexes are and why they’re often called part of the body’s anti-gravity system
• How babies develop posture, balance, and coordination through movement
• Why crawling, cruising, bouncing, and floor time matter for brain and body development
• How asymmetry, weak core and glute function, and shortened muscles can affect the nervous system
• What the vestibular system does and why it matters for motion, balance, and regulation
• How chronic stress patterns and muscles like the psoas can influence posture and brain function
• Why movement is essential for development, learning, and long-term health

This episode wraps up the full reflex series:

Part 1: Withdrawal reflexes
Part 2: Primitive reflexes
Part 3: Postural reflexes

Connect My Brain (Dr. Laura Hanson)
If you want to learn more and find additional resources, check out Dr. Laura Hanson’s platform, Connect My Brain: https://connectmybrain.com

Disclaimer
This episode is for education and general information only and is not medical advice. If you have concerns about your child’s development or symptoms, consult a qualified healthcare professional.

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