When did your baby first start crawling?

I’m a first time mum, don’t get me wrong, understand that all babies are different, but I would just like some reassurance.
My baby is 8 months old, we’ve had no interest in crawling, pulling self up, walking along furniture or going from tummy to sitting or vice versa.
I’m in a group with other babies the same age, and everyone’s babies seem to be doing all these things…
I wasn’t worried until I read what other babies were doing at this age, and it seems like a lot compared to what my baba can do.
I just don’t want to fail her. Please let me know if your baby was “late” or took a while to reach milestones.
Thanks in advance xx

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Mine didn’t do any of it until about 9.5 months ! Then all of a sudden did everything in a week. Don’t panic xx

My first didn’t crawl or roll at all. He did get up and walk just after his first birthday.
My second is completely different and was rolling both ways by 4 months and crawling by 6! You can always speak to health visitor if you are concerned

They’re all so different from eachother. My son started army shuffling at 5 months, crawling at 6 and now he’s 7 months and climbing all over everything and wanting to walk! Don’t worry too much about what other people’s kids are doing. As long as your baby is developing well and is happy and healthy, they’ll get moving soon enough and you won’t be able to stop them! x

Mine didnt crawl until about 9/10 months old

My little boy is 13 months and isn't crawling properly yet, but I don't think he will. He shuffles a bit, but only started doing this in the last few weeks.

Crawling at 11.5 months, just starting to cruise on furniture at 14 months!

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