Lana Stevens & Susan Aucoin

Nola Hawts

Health EN ↓ 88 episodes

A podcast by two "Heart moms" FOR Heart moms (Or whoever wants to listen). Topics related to Congenital Heart Defects and resources available to people who are affected by CHD. We can't promise that we won't get side tracked along the way though. Also, full disclosure - we are not professionals. It's all about survival, CHEERS!

Author

Lana Stevens & Susan Aucoin

Episodes

Happy Mother's Day 2021 04.05.2021 31:40

With Mother's Day this week, we chat with heart mom, Stacy about her sweet Brooks and have some laughs along the way. Happy Mother's Day to all of the moms out there!

Life After Heart Transplant 20.04.2021 18:56

We spoke with Amy, a heart transplant recipient of 27 years. Amy was born with a CHD and shares how life has been for her before & after transplant. She also talks about her donor hero and how important it is to be an organ, tissue and eye donor.

Lagniappe Episode - Beau's Heart Journey 13.04.2021 14:50

This month's "Lagniappe Episode" features Hillary Alread sharing her heart warrior, Beau and his CHD journey.

Let's Talk Organ Donation - An Interview with LOPA 06.04.2021 42:47

In this episode Lana & Sue chat with Kelly Ranum, CEO of LOPA (Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency). As a Community Educator with LOPA for nearly 19 years, Lana is thrilled to share her knowledge as well. April is National Donate Life Month and a great time to talk about the importance of organ, eye and tissue donation.

HealthLogic Pharmacy & Lucas' Heart 23.03.2021 35:42

A special episode with two sections. First, hear about Health Logic Pharmacy and what it can offer to CHD families. Also, Mrs. Kellie Walters shares her son, Lucas' special heart journey.

A Delightful Conversation with Dr. Tom Young 09.03.2021 40:11

We sat down and had an amazing conversation with Dr. Young, Pediatric Cardiologist at Ochsner New Orleans. We talked about many things including his connection to Camp Bon Coeur, transitioning from pediatric to adult cardiology care, technology and so much more.

Lagniappe Episode - Aubrey's Heart Journey 02.03.2021 13:56

Our first "Lagniappe Episode" features Christina White sharing her heart warrior, Aubrey, and her CHD journey so far.

Jules' Special Heart and Her Momma's Perspective 23.02.2021 31:35

In this episode we interview heart momma, Kerri Beth Tanksley. She discusses her daughter, Jules' CHD, which is Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. Jules' is a two and a half year old pageant queen whose platform is CHD awareness. Kerri Beth Talks to us about why she chooses to raise awareness for CHD.

CHD Awareness Week- How We Cope 09.02.2021 37:22

Sue and Lana chat about what being a heart mom means to them as well as how and why they choose to raise awareness of CHD especially February 7 -14, CHD Awareness Week.

Harlie & Henry 26.01.2021 28:42

Sue and Lana sit down and chat with Harlie and Henry about their experiences with CHD, giving back to the community through the HAF, and going away to heart camp.

Camp Bon Coeur, A Camp for CHD Kids 12.01.2021 36:09

Lana & Sue interview Camp Bon Coeur Executive Director, Susannah Craig and learn all about "heart camp". They also chat with Allie & Shawn Fontenot about how Camp Bon Coeur has played an important role in their lives.

The Henry Aucoin Foundation 29.12.2020 29:44

Learn all about the Henry Aucoin Foundation , an organization that Sue and her hubby, Dwayne started back in 2013 and how it helps so many CHD families.

And Just Who Do We Think WE Are? 13.12.2020 39:44

Lana & Susan share their personal connection to the CHD world and what brought them to NOLA Hawts!