Is It Bad If My Baby Skips CRAWLING

Is your baby not crawling yet — or showing signs of skipping crawling altogether? Most parents don’t realize that crawling is far more than a cute milestone. It’s a powerful brain–body connection point, shaping balance, coordination, core strength, problem-solving, and later skills like handwriting and attention.

In this video, Pediatric Physical Therapist Cherrick Gordon, MSPT (BabyMasterPT) breaks down the real reasons some babies skip crawling, what’s normal vs what needs attention, and the subtle red flags parents often miss — including hip tightness, W-sitting, weak tummy time patterns, and early scooting.

You’ll learn:
• Why crawling matters for brain development
• Whether skipping crawling is a problem (and when it’s not)
• The biggest early signs a baby may struggle with crawling
• When bottom-scooting is perfectly fine vs a sign of imbalance
• A quick 30-second home test to check your baby’s motor readiness
• Practical steps you can start today to support crawling naturally

Every baby’s journey is unique, but there are patterns you should know. This episode helps you understand what’s happening, catch issues early, and build your baby’s strength, confidence, and coordination step by step.

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00:00 Introduction
00:15 CDC Removes Crawling from Milestones
00:30 Expert Opinion: Skipping Crawling is Normal
01:09 Benefits of Crawling
01:28 Physical Skills Developed Through Crawling
01:49 Brain Development Benefits
02:20 The Solution: Both Sides Are Right
03:05 Encouraging Crawling
03:25 Tips for Creating a Crawl-Friendly Environment
04:11 Conclusion: Focus on Joyful Movement