Brandi Woods leads a busy life. Two careers keep her constantly on the move and often traveling. But as someone with sickle cell disease,...
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Baton Rouge mother grateful for every moment after quick treatment helped her recover from a stroke at age 29
It was a routine day in June 2019 when Jessica Pannell dropped off her daughter at daycare. But, within minutes, things took a drastic...
Feeding with Love: Third Time’s a Charm for Mom Longing to Breastfeed
When it comes to learning to breastfeed, having a strong team makes a difference. The third time was the charm for Heather, an...
Balancing Breastfeeding and College Classes
Emily found out she was pregnant at 19, in the middle of her sophomore year at the University of Louisiana Monroe. She knew her life was...
inspired to care: a new nurse’s story of support and growth
When Dallas, LPN, talks about her experience at Our Lady of the Angels Hospital, her eyes light up with gratitude and inspiration. Dallas...
from dish room to director: Patsy’s inspiring career journey
More than 30 years ago, Patsy Tennon found herself at a crossroads, searching for a job to support her family. With her previous...
Louisiana Tennis Coach Recovering from Pancreatic Cancer
Shelby Graciana had spent her whole life as a successful athlete. From the time she was a teen, Graciana was a star on the tennis court,...
Motherhood Against the Odds: An Inspiring Journey
When a tragic accident left Katie Hughes paralyzed, her dreams of motherhood seemed impossible. But with unwavering faith and incredible...
Going Above and Beyond: Exceptional Physical Therapist Gives Courage and Confidence
When Jaclyn and Todd Peters brought their 9-year-old daughter Cecilia to Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health for physical therapy, they...