As your baby becomes more mobile, they may experiment with different types of crawling. Studies find that babies often use a variety of crawling types, sometimes even switching between types within a relatively short period of time. So don’t be surprised if you see your baby army-crawling one day and switching to a bear crawl or even a scoot the next. Your baby may crawl differently depending on the surface they’re moving across, or the clothes they’re wearing. The types of crawling described below don’t represent “stages” along a developmental path. Instead, think of them as different variations your baby may use as they explore mobility in their own unique way. Regardless of how your baby gets from point A to point B, their newfound independence and motivation to move on their own is a milestone to celebrate.