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Definition of Floppy baby syndrome

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

Floppy baby syndrome: A general medical reference to an abnormal condition of newborns and infants manifested by inadequate tone of the muscles. It can be due to a multitude of different neurologic and muscle problems. See also Hypotonia.