Helen Keller Hospital Women's Center

12/08/2025

We are so excited for two of our amazing pediatric nurses, Liz and Jordan, as they each prepare to welcome their sweet baby boys into the world! 💙

Liz has been such a blessing to our pediatric unit, always caring for our little patients with such compassion and ready to jump in to help whenever she’s needed. This will be her first baby boy and her third child, and we know her heart is overflowing with love as she prepares to welcome him.

Jordan is about to become a mom for the very first time, and we couldn’t be happier for her! She has such a gift for taking care of kids and is always there to lend a helping hand to her team. Her kindness and dedication to our pediatric patients shine every single day.

While we will miss them both while they’re away on maternity leave, we are thrilled they will get to spend this special time with their own families. 💙👶

Liz and Jordan thank you for everything you do for our pediatric patients. We hope your time off is filled with joy, love, and unforgettable memories with your new little ones.

11/08/2025

🌸 August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month 🌸

Breastfeeding is one of the most powerful gifts we can give our babies, providing essential nutrients, boosting their immune systems, and creating a special bond between mother and child. It also supports the health and well-being of mothers, offering both physical and emotional benefits.

We want to give a heartfelt thank you to all the moms who work so hard to make breastfeeding possible, as well as the families, friends, physicians, and healthcare teams who support them along the way. 💗

We are deeply grateful to our community for the beautiful door prizes you generously donated for this event, your kindness and support mean so much.

A special recognition goes to Diana Castillo for her leadership and dedication in guiding our breastfeeding initiative here at Helen Keller Hospital. Your passion and commitment are making a lasting impact for mothers and babies in our community. 💕

29/07/2025

Calling all Mamas! 🤱✨ Join us for our upcoming Women's Center event, "The Big Latch On" next Friday, August 8th at Helen Keller Hospital. This event is held annually during World Breastfeeding Week to raise awareness, strengthen community support, and improve the health of children and women worldwide. Bring your little ones, meet other amazing mamas, and enter to win door prizes!

📍 Helen Keller Hospital (Back Lawn)
📅 Friday, August 8
⏰ 10 AM

19/07/2025

We had a wonderful time attending the Annual Mom Prom last night! 💃✨ A huge thank you to Jessica Thompson, everyone who helped make the night so special, and Better Bama Babies for their incredibly generous donation.

Your support is deeply appreciated and will go directly toward improving women’s healthcare here in the Shoals, specifically for cordless wireless monitoring, which allows for more freedom and comfort for moms during labor. ❤️👶

Grateful for a community that shows up, gives back, and supports better births for all.

17/07/2025

This past weekend’s ALPQC Collaborative Meeting brought together dedicated teams from across Alabama, united by a shared commitment to improving maternal health and driving sustainable change.

At Helen Keller Hospital we’re honored to be part of this important statewide initiative, working together to create better outcomes for mothers and babies in every community we serve.

05/07/2025

🇺🇸 Red, White, and Brand New! 🇺🇸🎆

While many are enjoying fireworks, cookouts, and time off today, our incredible Labor & Delivery, Nursery, and Pediatrics teams are hard at work caring for the tiniest firecrackers and bringing a few new ones into the world! 💥👶❤️

Today, our unit is filled with the sweetest kinds of celebrations the cries of newborns, the giggles of little ones, and the steady hands of nurses, doctors, and staff who show up with heart and dedication, even on holidays.

To our team working today: thank you for making this day just as meaningful inside the hospital as it is outside. And to all the babies born today welcome to the world, little firecrackers! You’ve already made it brighter. 🎇

04/07/2025

04/07/2025

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🇺🇸 Grateful Beyond Words This Fourth of July 🇺🇸

As we celebrate the freedom and blessings we enjoy this Independence Day, we want to take a moment to thank everyone who contributed to making this holiday special. Your support, your spirit, and your service mean so much.

A special and sincere thank you goes out to Dr. Rozlyn Love and Dr. Scott Love. We are deeply grateful not only for your service to our country, but also for the dedication and compassion you show every day in caring for our mothers, babies, and pediatric patients.

Your commitment to both our nation and our community is truly inspiring. You are such an important part of our unit, and we are thankful for everything you have done both in and out of uniform.

Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸🎆

30/05/2025

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Employee Highlight: Meredith Simpson

This week, we’re excited to highlight one of our most beloved pediatric nurses—Meredith Simpson!

Meredith is the kind of nurse every parent hopes their child will have. She’s compassionate, gentle, and incredibly patient, making her a natural when it comes to caring for little ones. Her sweet demeanor instantly puts both children and their families at ease, and it’s no surprise that her patients—and their parents—absolutely love her.

Meredith is also a joy to work alongside. She’s easy to get along with, incredibly organized, and brings a fun, uplifting energy to our team every day. Whether she’s calming a nervous toddler or supporting a fellow nurse, Meredith’s kindness and professionalism shine through.

When she’s not at work, Meredith enjoys antique shopping, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends. She has a love for finding hidden gems and making memories with the people she cares about most.

And there’s even more to celebrate this week…
Meredith is getting married this weekend to her longtime fiancé, Jayden Smith! That’s right—she’ll soon become Mrs. Smith! It’s no secret that Jayden is just as excited as Meredith, and the two of them are over the moon about beginning their life together. After the wedding, they’ll be heading off to Charleston and Savannah for a romantic honeymoon.

We’re so happy for Meredith and Jayden as they step into this new season, and we wish them a lifetime of happiness, love, and laughter. Congratulations to the soon-to-be Mr. and Mrs. Smith! 💕🎉

22/05/2025

Employee Highlight: Catherine Ezekiel

We’re excited to shine this week’s spotlight on one of our amazing team members, Catherine Ezekiel! Catherine is a pediatric nurse whose compassion, expertise, and dedication have made a lasting impact throughout her time with us. Her background in pediatric care shines through in everything she does, and her heart for children and families is truly inspiring.

Catherine’s coworkers describe her as an encourager—always happy to help, quick to step in when needed, and consistently going above and beyond to support her team. She’s the definition of a team player, and her positive energy makes our workplace better every day.

When she’s not at work, Catherine loves spending time with her daughter Harper and the rest of her family. She enjoys reading, laying out by the pool, and shopping at Target- happy place!

We’re thrilled to share that Catherine is preparing to welcome her second little girl, and we couldn’t be more excited for her. Please join us in congratulating her on her growing family and we hope she enjoys every moment of her time off as her family grows!

20/05/2025

20/05/2025

🌸 Nurses Week & Hospital Week Spotlight 🌸
Celebrating Our Women’s & Children’s Team

Over the last couple of weeks, we’ve had the privilege of celebrating Nurses Day, Nurses Week, and Hospital Week a time to recognize the heart and soul of our healthcare

These incredible women who serve in Labor & Delivery, OB, Nursery, and Pediatrics — the heart of our Women’s & Children’s units💗

You are the hands that welcome life, the voices that calm fears, the hearts that nurture tiny ones, and the strength that supports families through their most vulnerable moments. Whether it’s a joyful delivery, a long night in the nursery, or comforting a scared little patient, you show up with compassion, skill, and unshakable dedication.

What makes this team truly special is not just the care they give — it’s the way they care for each other, support our community, and bring light to our unit every single day.

💐 We see you.
💐 We appreciate you.
💐 We celebrate you.

Thank you for all you do — today and every day. 💖