Still Progressing

I went to the doctor today and the baby is doing well. She is in position, but face up. I'll be 32 weeks on Wednesday so we still have a ways to go. I have dilated to 2.5cm and am 60% effaced. The doctor said that it wouldn't take much for her to come early so to stay laying down so gravity won't "help" us along. I'll do my best.

I've gotten to be a pro at delegating and allowing others to take care of things for me. It can still be strange for me, but I'm so blessed to have so many people willing to take care of me and my family. There isn't anything that we have lacked. Even when I need something and I don't know who or how to ask, someone will call and offer just what we need. It's one of those wonderful times in life that it's crystal clear that Heavenly Father is watching over us and blessing us as quickly as we have a need.

Another blessing is that Heidi, Taylor and Mya will be moving in this week. We really need Heidi's help so she has agreed to stay with us over the next several months. At least until Taylor finishes the school year. I hope they like it here and that Taylor will like her new school. I'm sure Owen and Mya will be fine, more play time. :) I have a feeling that we will all be sick of Blues Clues in no time. I think it is time to invest in some new DVD's.

I hope all is well with you and your families. Please keep your Blogs updated, it's one of the few things I look forward to every day. :)

Thanks for a Wonderful Baby Shower!

Today was the only outing that I have enjoyed since I have been on bed rest. And it was great! I had friends from my neighborhood, and from my new and old wards. It was so nice visiting with everyone and of course the gifts were very fun to open. I'm so excited to put them all to use. I received everything from bedding to clothing, diapers and bibs and many more wonderful things. Thank you everyone.

Party goers.

How cute!

Fun decorations

More party fun.

The cake matches the invitation perfectly!

Mingling.

Owen with cake on his face. :)

All this brought to you by Heidi.

How fun, a diaper cake!! :)

To All The "Girlfriends"

From one Girlfriend to another, I would like some opinions and advice. I'm eight months pregnant and am losing weight. The OB said it's probably fluid, and the ultrasound proves the baby has plenty and is growing just fine with little fat deposits all over, placenta looked good too. So far I had gained 12 pounds and I have now lost 6 over the past two weeks. So yes, at 8 months I have only gained 6 pounds. I was concerned, but medically there is no obvious reason to worry and my instincts tell me not to worry, but my brain doesn't like the math. I want to know what you think, should I count this as a blessing? Tell me what you know from your / your sister's / your mom's /or your girlfriends experiences. Please no "I once heard of" stories they are just out there to freak people out and are usually not true.

Quick Update

Not all that much has changed around here. I'm still on bed rest, still trying to feel useful and watching way too much tv. Owen is in a new schedule with Heidi watching him everyday. He looks forward to getting ready and going out. Garett is doing a great job at taking care of everything. It is amazing how we can learn about strengths that we never knew we have to rise to a new level. Despite my daily grumblings, we are blessed and continue to be a happy family, we just operate a little differently than before. I truly do not know what we would do without all the help we are receiving from family and friends. Thank you all for keeping our lives running and our bellies full.

I saw this on Heather's site, it looked like fun! Post your's on your blog so we can all see where you have been.

Gina, I've got to see one from you, your percentage is probably high!!!

Happy Birthday Owen!

January 26 2006 was a wonderful day for the Trent Family. Two years ago we welcomed little Owey to our family. He is a gem and we love being his parents. Owen has really brought a fullness to our lives that we never could have imagined. We give thanks for him every day.


So as we are celebrating his birthday I thought I would share a few things about Owen you might not know. He is 3 feet tall and 33 pounds! He love cars, all cars and especially Disney Cars the movies - we watch it everyday. His favorite color is yellow. He has no preference over baths or showers, he loves them both. He can now jump with both feet in the air at the same time. Owen would be a junk food junkie if we would let him, his favorite healthy food is green beans and most any food with tomatoes in it. He also loves to brush his teeth and floss too. Owen is just now getting interested in books, mostly the ones about cars. Well he may sound just like any other little boy but he is absolutely special and wonderful to us.

Happy 2nd Birthday!

This is a lovely face we see often. Always looks like he is up to something!

Home At Last

Ok here is a quick update for anyone who doesn't know. Tuesday night I went into labor (30 weeks along) went to the hospital and I was already 2cm dilated and 50% effaced. :( So they have been able to slow down my labor with Magnesium and Terbutaline. Not fun meds. So I was able to come home today because my contractions are so far apart and weak that they are not doing anything to progress labor. I am, however, now on bed rest for the rest of the pregnancy. I'm so bummed out about not being able to be up and about but it's for the baby. Garett, Heidi, my neighbors and the Relief Society have all jumped into action and are taking care of everything. Thank you everyone. It's hard to go from the caregiver to the "patient". I really do appreciate all everyone is doing to help out me and my family. I will keep you updated if there are any updates to be made. Hopefully I will be able to stay pregnant for several more weeks and deliver as close to the due date as possible.