Some of the Grandparents

Here are some pictures of the proud Grandparents. I just thought they deserved their own post on our blog. So here it is.

Aunt Karen's Visit

Last Thursday Quinton's Aunt Karen,Uncle John and family came up for a visit from Wyoming. Even though it was a short 1 day visit it was great to see them. While they were up here they all got to meet Sydney and her cousin Aaron ( who is 6 months now) for the first time. It was a wonderful time to spend with family. Aunt Karen gave Sydney a beautiful baby blanket and little teddy bear called Dainty ( we thought the name was very appropriate considering the size of the bear and Sydney). We all just sat around the hotel room and caught up on what is new in all of our lives. There is nothing better then just sitting around and hanging out with family. We all had a wonderful dinner that Cindy ( Quinton's mom) made for us....mmm it was so good. Even though it was a short visit it was wonderful to see Karen and all of her family again. We are so grateful for all of the family that both Quinton and I have. Thank you again to everyone and we love you all.

2 weeks old

Sydney is now 2 weeks old ( she will actually be 3 weeks on Tuesday), but here are some updated pictures of her. She is getting bigger now, even though it really does not look like it. At her last doctors appointment on Monday she weighed 5 lb 13 oz. So she is getting up there in the world. She is getting more and more alert of her surroundings and loves laying in her moses basket. We just can't believe that she is still here and that she is ours. We are so blessed to have this beautiful little girl in our lives.

Sydney's first bath

When we were all home after a couple of days I decided that it was time for Sydney's first bath. She was not too fond of the idea, however no matter what she was going to get clean. I just think she looks cute in her little bath towel.

A video of Sydney's First Bath

Here is a video of Sydney's first bath. For the first time I learned the difference between her hungry and mad cry. However, after a little bit she stopped crying and actually looked like she was enjoying it ( well for the most part). I do have to say that this little girl has no fat on her so far. Hope you enjoy the video.

A video of Sydney

Here is a video of Sydney while we were still in the hospital. We think that she is so beautiful and cute. We hope you enjoy the video as much as we do.

The newest arrival to our family...

Okay, here is the long awaited story about our precious Sydney. It all started on 3 pm on Monday Sept. 24, Quinton and I went to my routine Doctors Apt. to do some routine tests on me. They kept on seeing some dips in Sydney's heart rate that made no sense and my blood pressure was high and rising. So after a while they decided to send us over to the hospital for some "prolonged monitoring" as they called it. After some more tests and hours later they decided to induce me at 11:30 pm. They gave me a drug at midnight that thinned out my cervix ( which this drug can also put you into labor). At 5 am. I can remember feeling some sharp pains in my stomach and by 6 am. I was in full blown labor. At first it actually was not that bad. However, at 9:45 am they checked my cervix again and discovered that I was 4 cm dilated. At that time I decided that I could not take anymore and requested the Epidural. I was just proud of my self for making it to 4 cm without drugs. After receiving the Epidural ( which is a experience in itself) I could not stay awake at all ( I know that sounds weird but I really could not stay awake). So Quinton and I took a hour nap. After our wonderful nap the nurses checked my cervix again at 11:30 am. And you guessed it, I was 10 cm dilated. So between 10 - 11:30 am I dilated from 4- 10 cm and I slept through it all. At noon I started pushing, and pushing and some more pushing. One hour went by, still more pushing, then 2 hours went by, still more pushing. My body could not take all that pushing, I was physically exhausted and found myself sleeping in between contractions. I was trying my hardest to stay awake but could not for the life of me. So since I could not stay awake the nurses finally decided to let me sleep for 15 min. Finally after 2 1/2 hours ( almost 3 depends on who you talk to) the nurses called in the doctor. With 2 big pushes and some help from a vacuum little Sydney Malia Montgomery was born at 2:46 pm on Tuesday Sept 25, 2007. Weighing 5 lb 11 1/2 oz and 19 1/2 inches long. Sydney had some troubles entering this world. She really was not breathing for about 5 min. after she was born. I just remember a lot of people were working with her to help her breathe. I saw her for about 10 seconds before they rushed her to the NICU. Her poor little body and especially her head was hurting terribly. After being stabilized you just heard a little whiper coming from this even smaller body. She hurt so bad. Unfortunately Sydney had such a traumatic experience coming to this world and many little problems that the nurses took extreme precautions with her. She was on IV fluid for 2 days even before they introduced my milk to her. To make a very long story shorter, Sydney was in the NICU for 5 days. We all came home from the hospital on Monday Oct.1. She is doing better and better everyday now. She is as beautiful as ever and I can not believe on how I love something so much instantly. Quinton and I just look at her all the time in amazement that she is ours. I can not possibly imagine my life without. So far all 11 days of motherhood have been wonderful. Quinton and I would just like to thank everyone for all of your phone calls, visits and prayers. I know that Sydney is doing as well as she is with only help from our lord and Savior. We all hope you all are doing well and we will keep you posted on Sydney's progress.

A video of Quinton

Okay, so Quinton does not know that I am doing this but here is a video of him playing his guitar when my sister and her family was here. I think that he is absolutely awesome but he'll probably say he is alright. Hope you all enjoy it and i will try to get a better video up in a bit.

Labor Day

I can't believe that it is September already!!! Quinton and I had a great Labor Day we spent the morning with our friends Justin, Tiffany and their beautiful 3 month old daughter Avery. It was just nice to hang out and have some fun. I think that Quinton just liked to sit and have some "man talk" with Justin. While the men were relaxing Tiffany and I were making a incredible cake. MMM it was so good. After spending the afternoon with our friends Quinton and I went to his parents house for some dinner (which was excellent as well). We just ate, talked, did some more relaxing and talked some more. It truly was a great day to have with Quinton before the baby comes. Speaking of the baby, I am 36 weeks now ( 4 more to go!!!). Sydney is getting bigger and stronger. I am starting to become uncomfortable, but not miserable yet. However, I am getting there real soon. I know that the waking up constantly in the middle of the night is just preparation for when she gets here. But as I get bigger, Quinton get more and more excited. He loves to just leave his hands on my belly and feel her move all around. I think that it is her way of saying hello to her daddy. But I hope you all are well and had a fabulous Labor Day weekend and we'll let you know when Sydney gets here!!!

A little comparison

I thought it it would be funny to put up a picture of me and my sister when we were at the same stage of pregnancy. Of course this is my first and this is her 5th, but it is just fun to compare the pictures. Personally, I think that I am just a little bit smaller. But I hope you all are doing well.

My last Baby Shower

On August 11, 2007 I was able to have my last baby shower. Quinton and I still can not believe all the love and support we have gotten from all of our family and friends. This shower was by far the largest, we had 31 wonderful ladies come and celebrate with us.The decorations and everything was beautiful. Needless to say, the only thing Quinton and I need to get is more diapers and wipes. From what I have heard, newborns go through their diapers like crazy. There was so many gifts there at the baby shower that it took me a hour and half to open all the presents. All I have to say is that Sydney is going to be one styling' little girl. I counted yesterday and she has 13 bibs and 15 hats. Yep, we have a bib and hat for every occasion. I love it. Now is the fun part of getting everything ready and put in its place. My goal is to have everything ready by the end of August, so I can just sit, relax and wait for Sydney to come. Thank you to everyone that has contributed to Sydney's closet or baby room. Quinton and I are both so grateful for all of our family and friends, we are truly blessed. Thank you again to everyone that has given us a gift for Sydney. We love you all.

A Pregnancy Update

Hey everyone, here is a pregnancy update for you all. I am now 32 weeks ( only 8 weeks to go) and doing well. I have discovered that being on my feet more and more can make then incredible large. Yep, I get swollen feet. And within the last month or so I have developed Carpal tunnel Syndrome. Which for those who don't know, my fingers are always numb and get worse the more I use them. But if it is the price I have to pay to bring a beautiful baby girl into this world, then I will do it. I do have to say that I can not complain to much because I know there are ladies out there that have had worse pregnancies then me. I can feel Sydney move all the time, it is less kicking and more moving and stretching now. She has definitely gotten bigger, Quinton and I guess that she is about 3- 3 1/2 lbs now. She gets the hiccups about 2-3 times a day, which is the best way for other people to feel her. Quinton still does not understand how she gets the hiccups, I just know that she gets them all the time. She now has moved up into my rib cage, which starts the uncomfortable part of pregnancy now. But I just love feeling her move inside my tummy all day long, it is one of the best parts of being pregnant. But I hope you all enjoy the pictures and best wishes to you all.