The concept of "wonder weeks" was introduced by a couple of Dutch researchers. A wonder week is said to announce a leap forward in a child’s mental development. This seems a reasonable way to explain fussy periods. Regardless of what is happening – fussy periods are a normal phase a child goes through. Mothers need anticipatory guidance and support. Kent J et al Pediatrics 117(3), e 387-e395, van der Ritz eal al. 2010 Jean Ridler RN RM IBCLC Cape Town, South Africa *********************************************** Archives: http://community.lsoft.com/archives/LACTNET.html To reach list owners: [log in to unmask] Mail all list management commands to: [log in to unmask] COMMANDS: 1. To temporarily stop your subscription write in the body of an email: set lactnet nomail 2. To start it again: set lactnet mail 3. To unsubscribe: unsubscribe lactnet 4. To get a comprehensive list of rules and directions: get lactnet welcome