Parenting
Images via Facebook/Clara Mendes
Watch out—this little one has places to go!
Newborns typically engage in a few predictable behaviors—crying, sleeping, and sometimes resembling a distant relative. While you can always count on a newborn to disturb your slumber, they usually remain in one spot—unless, of course, you meet this remarkable infant girl from Brazil. Just moments after her birth, she astonished her midwives and nurses by seemingly ‘walking’ across the counter.
Prepare to be amazed.
As reported by the Daily News, one of the nurses exclaimed in Portuguese, “Oh my goodness, the girl is walking! Unbelievable!” The staff was getting ready to give the baby her first bath, but she had no time for such trivial matters. With a mission to accomplish, she confidently made her way across the surface.
The nurse holding her noted the incredulity of the situation: “Goodness gracious, if you told anyone about this, they wouldn’t believe it unless they saw it for themselves.”
Shared on Facebook by Clara Mendes just a few days ago, the video has gone viral, racking up over 90 million views. Many viewers are simply astounded by the sight of this tiny newborn on the move, while others are relieved that their own babies didn’t attempt to take a stroll on their special day.
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, while it’s unusual for a newborn to strut across a counter, it’s actually a natural reflex. “She may not be able to support her own weight, but if you hold her under the arms, being mindful to support her head, and let her feet touch a flat surface, she will instinctively place one foot in front of the other,” they explain. This reflex typically fades around two months of age and doesn’t reappear until the child begins to walk independently.
Details about the baby’s parents remain unknown, but they’re bound to need patience and perseverance as their daughter’s spirited entrance into the world suggests a lively future ahead.
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Summary
A newborn girl from Brazil has captured the internet’s attention by appearing to ‘walk’ just after her birth, astonishing midwives and nurses. While this behavior is unusual, it’s a natural reflex that fades as babies grow. The video has gone viral, showcasing the excitement surrounding newborns and their early movements.