Finger clasping in younger infants is, in most cases, a normal physiologic phenomenon because of the presence of the gripping reflex in younger infants. Therefore, the fingers tend to be inwardly clasped in a fisted or semi-fisted position. In older infants, due to the loss of the gripping reflex, the fingers are often in a functional position, i.e., a half-fisted position. It is also possible to be inwardly clasped. Because of the presence of the gripping reflex in younger infants, the fingers tend to be internally clasped, and occasionally, when relaxed, the baby will subconsciously internally clench if the parent places a foreign object in the palm of the baby’s hand. Older infants tend to have their fingers in a functional position, i.e., a half-grip position, when they are relaxed, which is due to finger muscle tone as well as functional decisions. Most are normal. If your baby has significant finger deformities, he or she can be evaluated at a pediatric burns orthopedic clinic, if necessary, and surgical treatment can be prescribed if necessary.