Life Archives | Hearing Like Me

September 23, 2020

Published by Beth Leipholtz at September 23, 2020

Why we chose cochlear implants for our deaf son

When we were first told our son Cooper was profoundly deaf, we were presented with an overwhelming amount of information, including the various options for long-term communication. As any parent […]

September 18, 2020

Published by Isabella Candanosa at September 18, 2020

Maintaining social life during the pandemic with hearing loss

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, most people have found ways to adapt to the new situation. Now that social distance is necessary, socializing with hearing loss comes with different barriers and […]

September 16, 2020

Published by Beth Leipholtz at September 16, 2020

How to organize your child’s hearing loss information

When it comes to a hearing loss diagnosis, there is an overwhelming amount of information that accompanies it. There are ways to organize hearing loss information.

September 7, 2020

Published by Ashley McGoey at September 7, 2020

Tips for going to sleepovers with a hearing loss

Attending sleepovers with a hearing loss makes for a more unique experience. However, this doesn't mean you have to miss out on all the fun!

August 31, 2020

Communication tips for people with hearing loss

Published by Danielle Guth at August 31, 2020

How to best communicate with someone with hearing loss

Communication is a necessary part of our everyday lives. Yet, there are many different ways of communicating with each other. For people with hearing loss, some communication methods are more […]

August 28, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at August 28, 2020

Accessible Driving School for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Like many milestones in our lives, getting a driver’s license can come with accessibility challenges for the deaf and hard of hearing. Now, though, states are becoming more aware of […]

August 26, 2020

how to talk about your child's hearing loss diagnosis

Published by Beth Leipholtz at August 26, 2020

Raising your child to be comfortable with hearing loss

As a new parent, I realized that raising your child to be comfortable with hearing loss will pave the way to their success.

August 14, 2020

Published by Editorial Staff at August 14, 2020

Back to School During COVID-19 for Students with Hearing Loss

This guide is designed to help teachers, parents, and students with hearing loss overcome barriers as they enter the new school year, virtually or in-person.

August 3, 2020

Early Intervention for hearing loss if your child is deaf

Published by morgansnook at August 3, 2020

Early Intervention for hearing loss: How to access ASL services

Note to reader: This author is not a lawyer and is not qualified to give legal advice. This is the author’s recall of her own experiences with Early Intervention services […]

July 15, 2020

deaf friendly alcoholic anonymous meetings

Published by Kayla DeGuire at July 15, 2020

Why there should be more deaf friendly Alcoholics Anonymous meetings

I needed support from Alcoholics Anonymous back in 2010. When I went to meetings, I could not hear well. I did not have hearing aids nor did I know sign […]

July 13, 2020

Published by Ashley McGoey at July 13, 2020

Getting your ears pierced when you wear hearing aids

Wearing earings alongside hearing aids can be a great way to boost confidence with your hearing loss. Earrings and hearing aids go hand-in-hand.

July 3, 2020

Published by Beth Leipholtz at July 3, 2020

Explaining my son’s diagnosis: Waardenburg Syndrome and Hearing Loss

Before our son Cooper was born, we didn't know anything about Waardenburg Syndrome and hearing loss. Our first diagnosis was actually on social media.

June 30, 2020

Published by Ashley McGoey at June 30, 2020

Tips for running with hearing aids

Do I run with my hearing aids or not? As I began training for a marathon, I found the best tips and tricks for running with hearing aids.

June 26, 2020

interacting with masked police officers if you're deaf

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at June 26, 2020

Interacting with masked police officers when you’re deaf

It can be difficult interacting with people who are wearing face masks if you have a hearing loss. If they’re in a position of authority, it can even more stressful. […]

June 19, 2020

Published by Beth Leipholtz at June 19, 2020

How to advocate for your child with hearing loss

As I was preparing to become a mom, I knew I’d need to be my child’s voice at points. I’ve always been one to take action when necessary, even prior […]

June 17, 2020

Working in cornfields doing fieldwork with a hearing loss

Published by Ashley McGoey at June 17, 2020

What I learned doing fieldwork with a hearing loss

When I first started college, I didn’t imagine that I would end up in cornfields doing fieldwork. However, during college I discovered digital map-making, leading me outside in the hot […]

June 15, 2020

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at June 15, 2020

What I’m learning from my evolving deaf identity

I was born profoundly deaf, diagnosed at 14 months of age. Being deaf is all I know. My deaf identity has remained steady over the years. But as I think […]

June 12, 2020

Published by Beth Leipholtz at June 12, 2020

What to do early on for your deaf baby

When receiving an early diagnosis of hearing loss for your child, it’s easy and normal to feel overwhelmed. For some, these feelings lead to a paralyzation of sorts, as processing […]

June 8, 2020

Published by PR Hilton at June 8, 2020

Hearing loss can be stressful. Here’s how to manage it

Having hearing loss can be stressful. Here are some helpful tips for managing hearing loss and stress to get back to enjoying life.

June 8, 2020

Published by Kayla DeGuire at June 8, 2020

What my father’s hearing loss has taught me

Hearing loss was something we never really talked about in my family, other than mentioning that I should wear my hearing aids. My father put on his hearing aids like […]