How do I set up my wife's iphone in itunes ,on her user account on same laptop as mine?

Hi, sorry if this is a common question but I couldn't see it pop up when I started typing it...
Basically I already have my iphone working nicely with itunes on my laptop. Up until now my wife has been happy with doing the absolute minimum with her iphone but now wants to get some music put on there,
I've created a user account in her name on my laptop and installed itunes there as well.
I've added some music to her media file.
But when I plug her phone in, nothing happens.
If I then open itunes manually, it shows the music in the library, but there's no option to sync with the phone and nowhere I can see to set it up as a new device etc.
The computer is authorised.
Any advice gratefully accepted.
Many thanks

Hey there RedRock1966,
It sounds like you are unable to see your wifes iPhone in iTunes when you connect it on her account. I would start with this article to help troubleshoot that named:
Resolve iOS update and restore errors in iTunes
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1275
If the issue persists, I would use the troubleshooting in this article:
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Mac OS X
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1591
Ensure that your Mac meets the minimum system requirements for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
Install software updates on your Mac.
Note: If an iTunes update is available, apply the update.
Check USB connections. iOS devices require USB 2.0 to function properly. If you're not sure your Mac has USB 2.0 ports, refer to the computer's specifications.
Disconnect other USB devices and connect your device directly to a USB port on your Mac.
Restart your Mac.
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
All the very best,
Sterling

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