PREMATURE, WHAT NOW?

If your baby was born early, he’ll probably need a little more time to achieve the same milestones other kids of his chronological age are already achieving. That’s why premmie babies have two ages: chronological (determined by their birthday) and adjusted (the age they would have been if they were born at term). You need to evaluate your premmie baby according to his adjusted age, and there are experts who even say you can allow more lenience if your child was very ill or ill for a long time after his unexpected early birth. Remember, every baby is unique and will reach the milestones at their own pace.