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How a Clinical Trial is Helping a Sickle Cell Patient Manage Her Disease

Brandi Woods leads a busy life. Two careers keep her constantly on the move and often traveling. But as someone with sickle cell disease, that kind of non-stop lifestyle can take a toll. Sickle cell disease is a genetic disorder that affects the shape of Brandi’s red...

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 turn. Pannell couldn’t see the papers to sign her daughter in for the day. When she tried to wave goodbye, she could barely make out...

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 administrative assistant at Our Lady of the Angels who has been part of our team for a decade. Heather’s Path to Motherhood Heather and her...

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 about to change in ways she couldn’t fully predict. What she didn’t expect, however, was how beautifully her journey into...