Holiday Fun Can Start in the Kitchen
October 28, 2025
Thanksgiving isn’t just about the meal — it’s about the moments made while preparing it. Getting kids involved in the
Summer Skincare Tips for Tweens and Teens
April 23, 2025
Find the right pediatrician before your baby arrives. Learn why early connection matters and how to schedule a complimentary meet-and-greet.
Healthy Hearts, Happy Kids: Ideas to Keep Your Family Active and Eating Well
January 29, 2025
Building good heart-healthy habits from a young age can set your kids up for a lifetime of wellness. From nutritious
From Clinics to Hospital: Our Unified Approach to Pediatric Care
December 20, 2024
At Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health, pediatric care isn’t confined to a single building — it’s a coordinated
Building a Legacy: A Master Pediatrician’s Journey
September 24, 2024
With a medical career spanning continents and decades, Raghubir Mangat, MD, has dedicated her career to pediatric medicine, culminating in
Support Your Teen’s Mental Health
September 6, 2024
Adolescence can be a stormy period of life, with pressures, stress and emotional highs and lows. As parents, it’s crucial
Feeding with Love: Third Time’s a Charm for Mom Longing to Breastfeed
August 28, 2024
When it comes to learning to breastfeed, having a strong team makes a difference. The third time was the charm
Balancing Breastfeeding and College Classes
August 27, 2024
Emily found out she was pregnant at 19, in the middle of her sophomore year at the University of Louisiana
Discovering Exceptional Care at the Pediatric Academic Clinic
August 6, 2024
When it comes to your child’s health, you want nothing but the best. At Our Lady of the Lake Children’s
Going Above and Beyond: Exceptional Physical Therapist Gives Courage and Confidence
June 27, 2024
When Jaclyn and Todd Peters brought their 9-year-old daughter Cecilia to Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health for physical
Your Essential Babysitter Checklist for Stress-Free Childcare
June 14, 2024
Leaving your kids with a babysitter for the first time — or even the tenth — can be a nerve-wracking
6 Healthy Summer Snacking Tips from a Dietitian: Keep Your Kids Fueled and Hydrated!
May 28, 2024
Hot days call for cool, healthy snacks that your family will love, and here in the South we have plenty
When Can Kids Start Safely Using Adult Medicine?
March 19, 2024
Headaches, fevers and allergies – oh my! Little kids’ symptoms can sometimes feel very big, but when is it appropriate
Geaux Hero: 4-year-old Leukemia Patient Gets Expert Care at Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital
January 18, 2024
In January 2023, Destiny O’Bryan was starting to worry about her daughter. At 3 years old, Ahnalyse Choplin wasn’t much
Geaux Hero: Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital Helps Two-Year-Old Breathe Easy with Reconstructed Airway
November 15, 2023
Respiratory issues due to COVID-19 and RSV are a top concern for parents and pediatric doctors. For two-and-a-half-year-old Carter Parker,
Exercise for Teenagers: What Parents Should Know
October 26, 2023
Exercise for teenagers is a great way to help your children become healthy adults. However, your kids may not need
RSV in Infants: What You Can Do to Protect Your Baby
August 25, 2023
Infection with respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is practically a rite of passage for young children. Most have been infected
A Parent’s Guide to Energy Drinks
January 17, 2023
Energy drinks are everywhere these days. What was a niche drink a few decades ago has blossomed into a huge