Gabrielle "Gabe" N Dronette
March 2026
Gabrielle "Gabe" N
Dronette
,
RN
Family Birth Center
Lake Charles Memorial Health System
Lake Charles
,
LA
United States
Thank you, Gabe, for being outstanding on one of the scariest days of my husband’s and my life.
I had my fourth child, and what was planned to be a routine induction and delivery (just like my previous pregnancies) was not the case this time around. I am so very thankful for all of the nursing staff and for Dr. F. The care I received truly saved my son’s life, or, at the very least, allowed for the best possible outcome.
Gabe was by my side through the entire laboring experience, epidural, and everything in between. Early in the process, I began experiencing decelerations. She was exceptionally attentive, gathering additional support when needed, repositioning me to improve the situation, and trying everything possible to allow for a routine delivery. She remained calm and positive throughout the day and never made me feel like a burden or that I was taking up too much of her time.
When the call was made that an emergency C‑section was necessary, it became a true team effort to get the baby and me ready as quickly as possible. But it was at that moment that Gabe truly stood out. She showed that L&D nursing, as tough and demanding as it can be, is without a doubt her calling.
Once we arrived in the operating room, everything felt chaotic. When I learned I was going to have to be intubated, even more fear set in. I was speechless. It’s hard to describe exactly what I was feeling, despite the reassurance around me; all I could do was cry. Gabe held my hand, looked me in the eye, and asked, “Do you want me to pray with you?” Wow. What a profound moment. I felt a peace I still can’t explain. I didn’t know what condition my baby would be in when I woke up, but in that moment, she reminded me of hope and of trust.
The rest of the afternoon was a blur, and I never got to formally thank her or tell her how much I felt God had placed her in our path for a reason that day. I feel so blessed to have had her grace, expertise, and most of all, her faith fighting with me.
The rest of the nursing, surgical, and anesthesia staff were also efficient and compassionate during such a frightening time. I want to thank all of them!
I am so blessed to be able to say that my baby boy is perfect, healthy, and the happiest baby I’ve ever known. Thank you, Gabe, for being outstanding on one of the scariest days of my husband’s and my life.
Gabe was by my side through the entire laboring experience, epidural, and everything in between. Early in the process, I began experiencing decelerations. She was exceptionally attentive, gathering additional support when needed, repositioning me to improve the situation, and trying everything possible to allow for a routine delivery. She remained calm and positive throughout the day and never made me feel like a burden or that I was taking up too much of her time.
When the call was made that an emergency C‑section was necessary, it became a true team effort to get the baby and me ready as quickly as possible. But it was at that moment that Gabe truly stood out. She showed that L&D nursing, as tough and demanding as it can be, is without a doubt her calling.
Once we arrived in the operating room, everything felt chaotic. When I learned I was going to have to be intubated, even more fear set in. I was speechless. It’s hard to describe exactly what I was feeling, despite the reassurance around me; all I could do was cry. Gabe held my hand, looked me in the eye, and asked, “Do you want me to pray with you?” Wow. What a profound moment. I felt a peace I still can’t explain. I didn’t know what condition my baby would be in when I woke up, but in that moment, she reminded me of hope and of trust.
The rest of the afternoon was a blur, and I never got to formally thank her or tell her how much I felt God had placed her in our path for a reason that day. I feel so blessed to have had her grace, expertise, and most of all, her faith fighting with me.
The rest of the nursing, surgical, and anesthesia staff were also efficient and compassionate during such a frightening time. I want to thank all of them!
I am so blessed to be able to say that my baby boy is perfect, healthy, and the happiest baby I’ve ever known. Thank you, Gabe, for being outstanding on one of the scariest days of my husband’s and my life.