Born prematurely at just 24 weeks and weighing under two pounds, Hayley Good began her life struggling for each minute of her life. With a heart defect and underdeveloped lungs, her prognosis in 2002 was grim.

The first two months of Hayley’s life were marked by tragedy for her family. First, they lost Hayley’s twin sister. Shortly thereafter, Hayley underwent a precarious surgery on her tiny heart that was successful and led to an extended stay in the Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) at both Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Ohio State Medical Center.

Fast-forward to 2024, and Hayley’s life has come full circle — a blessing she shares in this week’s episode of the Cedarville Stories Podcast.

In May 2024, Hayley proudly graduated with a degree in nursing from Cedarville University and accepted a position in the same NICU where she received critical care as a premature infant: Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. This story garnered national attention when it was showcased on CBS Evening News.

Throughout her life, Hayley has always been aware of the circumstances surrounding her birth, and from an early age, she held on to the belief that God had a purpose for her struggles. Part of that purpose became clear when she was unexpectedly given the chance to share her inspiring story and the message of the Gospel on a national platform.

Hayley continues to embrace God’s plan as she brings her personal experiences, encouragement, and compassion to families facing challenges similar to her own.

Tune in to the Cedarville Stories Podcast to discover Hayley’s incredible journey of survival and unwavering faith.

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