The Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex develops in utero and should integrate around 3 to 3.5 years old. It helps babies develop head control, posture, balance, and muscle tone. When it doesn’t integrate, the nervous system is stuck in survival mode, functioning from the brainstem instead of the higher brain. Kids work overtime just to stay upright. Nothing left for attention, regulation, ocular motor, or fine motor. This little guy could barely hold a pencil. Attention was everywhere. Meltdowns were dai

Tayla | Paediatric Occupational Therapist on Instagram: "✨ TLR Integration! The Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex (TLR) is activated by head position. ⬇️ Head down (neck flexion) → arms & legs flex ⬆️ Head up (neck extension) → arms & legs extend (“Superman”) One simple way to support TLR integration is tummy time on elbows: ✔️ Arms at ~90° ✔️ Legs straight (hips and knees in extension) ✔️ Head lifted up (it is okay to support the head to maintain an upright position) But why is it important? • Reflex i