Movement · Often 7–10 months
Crawling, scooting or another way
Crawling often begins between 7 and 10 months. Some babies scoot, shuffle or skip crawling.
26 August 2026 · 2 min read · A Baby Bee Blossom family note
From our home
Your baby may rock on hands and knees, move backwards first, or find a different way across the floor.
What you may notice
- Rocking on hands and knees.
- Crawling, scooting or shuffling.
Keep it simple
- Give safe floor space to explore.
- Remember that some babies never crawl.
Sources behind this note
Wonder Weeks is referenced where it shaped our family's way of noticing change. Baby Bee Blossom is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Wonder Weeks.