Hudson't First ER Trip.. . And More. . .

 Last night was one of the longest nights ever!! Around 7 pm Hudson started really hacking and it go so bad in the middle of the night. I was terrified!! I have never had a kid with croup before, and I really didn't know what to expect or do.
Thankfully I talked to my sister in law who is a nurse. And my mother in law came to our home at 3am to watch our other girls. And Lyla is sick too. I don't know how we ever survived without our parents sometimes. One other thing I am very sure of, I am married to the best man in the whole wide world. Who is so thoughtful and will do anything and everything for his kids and myself!!
 So Trent and I put Hudson in the car and drove up to St. George, after a breathing treatment, filling a prescription, and buying a cool mist humidifier he has shown so much improvement!!
 Hudson also got a hair cut and it looks adorable, helps with the huge bald spot he has on the back of his cute head.
 The girls are ready for school and start Monday. I can't believe I will have 2 in school and that Lyla will be in Kindergarten!! I am excited for them to go together.
 I have made the decision to be  child/newborn photographer, I have been busy with newborns and seriously love it. I feel like I can really shine with kid sessions. Love love it!!

Lately...

-We have been up to a lot lately. we finally started our house plans woohoo!! I can't wait to see how it looks drawn up.
-Hudson is getting so big he is now 2 months old. Poor little guy had to get shots yesterday and he weighs 12 pounds and has eczema and acid reflux.
-Evelyn turned seven and Trent turns 30 3 weeks ago and we had a fun joint birthday for them at the church pavilion. I was slacking on being photographing this year because of Hudson.
-Lyla is registered for kindergarten and is so excited to go. I thought I would wait to send her the whole year but then I really prayed about it and got a different answer.
-Thank goodness for my Dad I hurt my neck so bad Nursing and taking care of Hudson. he's trying to help me get back to normal but I cannot move today. laying around pick me up Hudson moving at all is so painful. I really don't know what I would do without him he is a good chiropractor.
-My parents have only one more month in their house before they move. They are short selling their house because it's too big and too expensive for them. Luckily they get to stay in their old ward and I'm the same street. But they're still sad to leave.
-I have really missed doing photo sessions and being involved in photography. I just can't find any time with Hudson. I'm not complaining though I love that little man he is so much fun and such a blessing in my life.
-Trent is so close to being done with his Mustang hallelujah woohoo yes can't wait!!

I Love Being A Photographer!!

Hudson Newborn Session. . .

For my whole pregnancy I have been dreaming up my babies newborn session, and getting props. Here are some I got the first week he was born!!

Hudson Todd Leavitt Has Arrived!!

 Well he is here!! I has taken me a while to get the birth story on here but I am determined today!! Hudson is perfect and now 3 weeks old. He came early and was perfectly healthy!
 Here is what happened. The morning I was 37 weeks along, that night I woke up with some contractions, and then I got the shakes, pain in my back and down my legs and felt icky to my stomach. I tried to ignore these symptoms until I could no longer. I woke up my husband and told him I was concerned we needed to head to the hospital. He was a little skeptical at first and told me to take a bath and see if things changed!! They didn't I called my mom, then the hospital, then my mom again trying to figure out what to do. Then I called on the one who just knows, Heavenly Father and felt very strongly we needed to make the hour drive and this was it.
  They checked me in and then checked my cervix and I was at a 4. I thought I maybe would be. You see my two doctors today me that if I was 37 weeks and at a 4 or more they wouldn't let me go home and would just take my baby. The nurse went and talked to my doctor, and checked me 30 minutes later and I was close to a 5. She again went to report to my doctor and came back with the words. Today you will have this baby!!
  Dr. Chalmer's who helped me conceive came in to talk to me. I was happy he was on that day to do my c-section that day. He made me feel at ease with everything. I knew that everything would be ok,  Although I was starting to freak out trying to mentally prepare for another c-section, and having only 3 hours until the surgery. But, the staff and my nurse were amazing. I had good experiences when I had the girls but nothing like my experience for Hudson.
  They rolled me into to the operating room and had me climb out of bed and get up on the table. I tried so hard to remain calm in all of it. They didn't strap my arms down this time, it was nice to be able to itch my nose and feel a little more free. They did a good job helping me with it all. They started the surgery at 12:00 pm and had him out by 12:10!! It was my best experience yet in the operating room yet!! When Dr. Chalmer's pulled him out he said " He came eating a sandwhich", because of his chubby cheeks, it was so funny. He had so much hair and right away the nurse layed him right beside my head which was a neat experience. Trent also cut the cord with encouragement from the nurse, but he is so happy he did it now. Since Hudson will most likely complete our little family!!
  He came out perfect and healthy and I was so thankful Hudson didn't have to spend time in the NICU at all. It was such a great blessing. I had the best nurses and staff helping us out. The girls were not able to meet him in our room. Since this year has been horrible with sickness we had to show the girls Hudson through a window. They didn't get to see me at all. But, they handled it so good. They have been so wonderful welcoming their brother.
  I splurged this time for my recovery and got a bellefit corset made just for c-sections. It has made my life. I have been able to walk and get my stomach down a lot faster than with the girls. So worth every penny.
  I am in so in love with Hudson and he is the sweetest most handsome little boy. He looks like Lyla when he sleeps an like Evelyn and Trent when he is awake. I know I am in there somewhere too. He got my dark skin. He seems even darker than Evelyn was as a baby. I feel so lucky that Heavenly Father sent us a boy to have in our family. I really feel complete with him. Here he is in all his cuteness!!

Feeling Normal Again!!

  So, as of right now I am almost 37 weeks, off of bed rest and can get around like normal. And it feels great. I am so grateful I was able to keep this little guy inside of me this whole time. If he decides to come now everything should be fine.
  My stomach is getting huge and I don't know how it can stretch any more. I am pretty uncomfortable and having a hard time sleeping, but would take that over having a preemie baby in the NICU. Speaking of hospitals, We got our bill from my recent stay and YIKES....so high. Thank goodness for insurance though. We have met our deductible and will be ok for my next visit to have this little Hudson. I am getting so anxious to meet him, but nervous to go through it all again. A C-section and all. My doctors are saying I can try a VBac but I don't feel like that is the best thing for me and my body. From my previous history, and what not.
  I have finally been getting progress done in my home. My Mom and I finished our kitchen cabinets!!! I can't believe they are done. That was super nice of her to help me so much. I don't know what I would do without her. She really is the best!! Look at the difference from the photo.
My baby shower was so amazing, Taryn did the best job decorating, and organizing it. It was stunning and the pictures prove that. I had a great turnout and had so many great friends come. It was perfect for my last shower!! Just a few more things for baby and I am set.
Trent and I are so close to starting our house plans. Just figuring out the last details and trying to round up the money to do so. We have never been this close before and I can't wait to really get the ball rolling. It is gonna be an amazing craftsman style house.
  The girls are busier than ever, let me catch you up on them:
Evelyn: Is thriving in school, she is almost done with her math packets for the year and is farther than any kid in her class. She loves to be an acrobat on the straight bar and monkey bars at school. And she has fallen a few times and it freaks me out. Now she has Lyla doing it as well. haha Our girls don't have much fear at all. She is the best big sister to Lyla most of the time. She can eat a ton but doesn't gain an ounce of it, just like I used to be able to do.
  Lyla: Is possibly the sweetest girl ever, and always worries about others feelings. The other night Evelyn's tummy hurt and she started to cry because she was worried for her. She said she didn't want Evelyn to be sick. And said she would get her stuff to help her out. She still is talking about that day and how she will always take care of her sister if she is sick. Lyla has to be bribed to drink water every day and eat too. She barely eats most of the time and only wants treats and juice. I don't know what happened with her, but Evelyn has never been like that. haha It is so funny how different kids are from one another. The other day Lyla said I am so happy that everyone on the Earth is nice, and Trent and I had to correct her... they are not and you have to be careful. It scares me the kind of world I am raising my children in. Thank goodness we know what we know because of our LDS faith.
  Trent finally started his Mustang and hopefully will be done with it soon. He fired it up last weekend and oh man it fired right up. He was like a little boy with it all, so cute!! I am very proud of him and his accomplishments. He is one smart guy who is going to have one of the coolest cars ever, and I can't wait to go on dates in it.
  The other day Trent and I got to see Meet The Mormons at the St. George Temple and it was probably my favorite movie of the year. It was put together so well and showed people a different side to our religion. We also recently took the girls to see the Cinderella movie that just came out, another winner. I love the message that it brings "Have courage, and be kind!!" The best thing we can do in life!!
  Well, that is what has been happening with us lately!!

Good News. . .

I am still pregnant and only on partial bed rest now. I still lay around most of the day but, am able to walk around a little bit. It was great news from my doctor. I have started to watch the show The Paradise on Netflix and love it. As well as read the book unbroken. My Mom and Camille still take Lyla on the weekdays which helps me really just be able to relax and sit around. It is hard to keep her entertained all day long. 33 weeks tomorrow, I just keep telling myself to get to make it to 36 weeks then I will be able to get off my meds and do a little more. My baby shower is a week from this Sat.
Yesterday I stayed home from church but could partake of the sacrament thanks to the priesthood coming to my house. Keeping my head held high as much as I can!! Stay in there little Hudson!!