Johanna Howell was my nurse for my scheduled C-section and I could not be more grateful for her. From the moment I entered the unit, she made me feel at ease with her beautiful smile and laughter. She explained everything she was doing and she explained what to expect before, during, and after the procedure. This calmed me down as I entered the OR because I knew from Johanna’s explanations every step before they even happened! I also felt comfortable knowing she was in the OR with me because I knew she would advocate for me. My husband also loved Johanna because she included him in the entire process. He loved that she encouraged him to do skin-to-skin with our son. He told me it was an experience he will never forget. Johanna was also so patient with our son and me trying to figure out breastfeeding. She gave me so many tips and tricks. I still used her breastfeeding advice today, and I believe it is why breastfeeding my son has been a success. When I had to move to the mother-baby unit, my husband and I were sad we couldn’t take Johanna with us. I am forever grateful to her. As a NICU nurse myself, she makes me want to be a better nurse for my patients and my patient’s families. She is a true DAISY Nurse.