Premmie babies have a very special place in my heart. (3 of my 4 were born premature). What an absolute trouper your daughter is; x preemie at 23 weeks!).

Brains have their own fixed schedule for laying down basic motor pathways. The pace at which those motor pathways mature place limits on when various motor skills emerge. If the right neural circuits are wired up ready, that together with so many factors; (the pace of their sensory development, physical growth, strength, nutrition, motivation, emotional well-being, daily practice) plays a part in a child’s motor skill development.

With premature babies, it is so hard to know when a typical milestone would apply, even with the use of a corrected age. With premature babies, it’s best to speak to a Paediatrician who specialises in growth and development. Even with my now four year old twins, I still find that there are certain things we need to look out for because of their premature birth.

I hope this helps.

xoxo P