05/25/2025
I SAID WHAT I SAID, and I’ll stand on it all day long😤🔥
Spoiler Alert: CRAWLING IS NOT OPTIONAL 💥
In 2022, the CDC removed crawling from its checklist of milestones.
Why, you ask?
It’s reportedly due to the fact that there isn’t enough consistency in research to determine what constitutes “crawling.” But truthfully, it’s hard to believe that it would be removed because of “inconsistent definitions” — I tend to think it’s rather normalizing the impact of the pandemic on our kids.
But here’s what they didn’t tell you:
Crawling is a CRUCIAL part of brain and nervous system development.
It’s not just about movement — it helps integrate reflexes, develop cross-body coordination, and lay the groundwork for focus, balance, reading, and more.
As a pediatric chiropractor, I see what happens when kids skip crawling, crawl incompletely (aka army crawls or scooting), or rush through it: retained reflexes, sensory challenges, coordination challenges, and trouble sitting still to name a few.
It’s not about being alarmist — it’s about being proactive. ⚡️
If your child skipped crawling or struggles with tummy time, I can help assess and support their development with safe, gentle care.
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