My 10-month-old isn't crawling yet. Should I be concerned?
Each child develops at his/her own pace, so what is “normal” for one baby may not be “normal” for another. However, children tend to follow a generalized pattern of growth and development, and for this reason, developmental milestones for each age group were established.
The developmental milestones are general task markers so parents and health care professionals know what to expect for children in each age group. According to the milestones, babies usually learn to crawl between the ages of six and ten months. It’s important to note that some babies don't crawl but instead learn to move in other ways like bottom scooting, tummy slithering, or rolling and that some babies skip crawling completely and go straight to standing and walking. If your baby is 10 months old and is not crawling yet, you should probably not worry too much. Some ways you can encourage your baby to start crawling are with daily tummy time (placing your baby on his/her stomach for at least 30 minutes each day) and by placing toys and other objects just outside your baby's reach. If, however, by the age of 12 months your child is not showing an interest in becoming mobile, you may want to discuss this with your pediatrician. Your doctor will be able to accurately evaluate your child's development and recommend further testing if necessary.
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