I think Alethea might be going through a growth spurt.  The recent symptoms:

1) Increased appetite – last night’s penne with meat sauce went into the mouth by handfuls

2) Increased need for sleep – 3 hour naps are the new standard

3) Increased irritability levels – despite the extra food and sleep we’ve got one cranky kid!

Although I suddenly need to adjust portion sizes at meal times and have a big job keeping her entertained during the day, I’m hoping these symptoms are indeed a growth spurt in progress since she is still wearing all of her 12 month pants – pants she’s been able to fit into for almost a year now!  I think she’s about due for a good spurt.

On the down side though, lots of food + crankiness = multiple poopy diaper changes on an uncooperative child every day.