A proud graduate of Cleveland’s nursing programs, Sadlowski went on to earn her RN degree and dedicated her career to some of the most emotionally demanding and fast-paced areas of medicine, emergency rooms and labor & delivery. Her roots in Cleveland’s working-class ethos gave her the toughness and compassion to thrive in these high-stakes settings.

She later became a trailblazer in maternal education, serving as the very first LaMaze instructor for the Amish community in rural Ohio. This groundbreaking work bridged modern birth education with deeply traditional culture, showing her unique ability to adapt, connect, and educate across cultural boundaries.

Sadlowski’s Cleveland upbringing is reflected in her writing, rich with grit, warmth, and an unmistakable Midwestern spirit.