THANKYOU everyone who has related similar things. It's good to remember that kids are individuals, that they go through stages whether 18 months or 3 years, and that it's ok to parent instinctively.

Shell - that is really interesting, because I think it totally started after her last immunisations. I mean yes, it could be any number of things but I was aware of her being a bit clingy because she had had her needles...she was um, WAY late with hers, we had to do a bit of catching up.
I wonder, as they are a bit older, maybe a stranger inflicting deliberate pain on them totally spins them out? Well it would wouldn't it!!

SO we had needles, a week later christmas at my MIL's house, and then the last two weeks all over the shop. I did notice today that she has some MAJOR teeth coming through about 8 at once (she's been a bit behind on them).

anyway, last time I posted, she actually didnt' wake up (WOO HOO) - so at the moment I'm sticking with the extra cuddles and reassurance, it seems to be working more often than not. Just letting her know that if she needs me I am there and will come. She is waking up SO tired though.

RoryRory - so WITH you. "Up *hiccup* please Mummy" is killing me!! I was a total "let them cry" mother the first time round, and so am getting some funny looks from my friends and DH because I don't want to do that this time.