Finding Family in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

Finding Family in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

Although they live in Monroe, Meghan and Joseph Duckett find themselves at home at Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health in Baton Rouge.   When their oldest son, Noah, was a baby they made the three-hour drive south, following the ambulance to Our Lady of the Lake...
Easy Thanksgiving Recipes

Easy Thanksgiving Recipes

Thanksgiving is all about spending time with family, enjoying great food and creating memories. But when it comes to cooking, things don’t have to be complicated. With these three easy, delicious recipes from Our Lady of the Lake’s Executive Chef Jim Fields, you can...
What Happens After You Quit Smoking

What Happens After You Quit Smoking

Most people know the dangers of smoking, but many smokers were unaware of the risks when their addiction began. We now know it causes serious damage to your body, including increasing your risk of lung cancer.  However, just because someone has smoked for a large part...
Healthier Treats for Santa and His Reindeer

Healthier Treats for Santa and His Reindeer

Since his belly is known to jiggle like a bowl full of jelly, Santa might appreciate a healthy option when he stops by your house this Christmas Eve. Kids will enjoy our lower sugar — but still amazing — cookie recipe too. We didn’t forget Rudolph and the other...
Healthy and Happy Holidays: Enjoying the Tastes of the Season

Healthy and Happy Holidays: Enjoying the Tastes of the Season

Food is life in the South, and that rings truer during the holiday season, which might feature deep-fried turkey, a dressing recipe passed down through the years, and desserts like pies, cakes, cookies and more.  Maintaining healthy eating habits can feel daunting in...