>If you are going to suggest using gentian violet as a >treatment, ask first if they have (a) travel plans, (b) christening plans, >(c) plans for a family photo shoot, (d) anything but basic staying at home >plans...... Good idea, Jan. Another thing is to consider warning visitors... One mother told me her uncle peeked in at the sleeping baby and nearly had a heart attack when he saw the blue lips! Lisa Amir GP / IBCLC in Melbourne, Australia