Want some opinions...

[Pandora]

i dont know if its different with younger kids, but with bipolar I think the manic and depressive episode last weeks at a time.
Go have a talk with your GP or paed about your DDs behaviour if you are worried. GL.

[~Minny~]

Have the eposodes been more extreme since O was born? Perhaps shes just trying to assert herself more and get the attension as she knows your busy? But like the other ladies have said if you are worried then definately seek another opinion from a GP. Mummies instincts are something to be listened to.
Fingers crossed it is just a phase
xox

[Lulu]

The general 'rule' is there may be a problem if the behaviour lasts more than six months

[Tanya]

Thank you everyone
Min, nup, there are a few other minor things that have begun since O was born and they are beginning to sort themselves out, thankfully!

[Trillian]

I know you aren't normally one to think that something is wrong as soon as it starts, but if others are thinking it is starting to be a problem, then maybe it wont hurt to at least start investigating this because as you know, waiting lists for specialists can be long and if you can get on top of any problems before she starts kinder (if there are any) then she can only benefit I don't think it would be bipolar though, I didn't think that emerged till they were in their teens?

If you are worried that she might have a good day when you see someone, is it possible to take a video of her to catch her at her worst and take with you?

[My Three Sons]

There is certainly no harm at all in asking for professionals opinions on things. I think mothers instincts are usually right. I know from my own experiences with my middle son, that you have to follow your heart on these things. From day 1 i felt he wasn't quite right (in fact, it was even in pregnancy i had that feeling) and i took him to my GP and asked for a pead. referral. I got one. My son ended up being diagnosed with autism (even though for a year and a half they said there was something, but it wasn't quite bad enough to be diagnosed as autism) And i do wonder where my son would be now if i hadn't followed my instincts on this and sought help for him.
If it turns out to be nothing, you will be happy. If it turns out to be something, you will be happy you sought help. I think asking for help is the best thing you could do.

Goodluck.