I have been so on the fence, and a little embarassed, about labeling Sydney a preemie baby. There are so many children out there who fought very hard for their lives having been born many months early weighting only a few pounds. Sydney was born 5 weeks early at a robust 5lbs 5oz and is considered a mildly premature baby. She had none of the feeding, breathing, or heart problems other premiees encounter. But she has always been a bit behind other children her age in the gross motor and fine motor skill areas. We just returned home today from her Early Intervention evaluation where she qualified for therapy services. Visit www.organizing-life.com to read more about 5 things to keep in mind when asking for developmental help for your child.