A video of a newborn refusing to let go of a doctor's hand has recently gone viral. In an attempt to free his hand, Dr. Islam Eldeh tickled the baby, but the newborn began to cry and continued holding onto the hand.
Newborns are born with a palmar grasp reflex, which is an involuntary response. They automatically curl their fingers around anything that touches their palm. This reflex develops in the 16th week in the womb and typically disappears between the 3rd and 6th month.