And Jen - while I understand the importance of nail trimming and do strive to do it - I have to wear leather gloves when I do it- and have from the beginning. Any suggestions with that?
Since the front paws are the most important, start by wrapping her tightly in a towel with head and 1 front paw sticking out. Just do that one foot or even just one claw. And let her go. Then give her treats. Do the rest later. You can later wrap her so the back can be done in the same way. Get a secod person to help if that is possible. Sometimes even just pettine her head will distract her enough.