Parenting Archives - Hearing Like Me

March 13, 2020

Published by Beth Leipholtz at March 13, 2020

What having a deaf baby has taught me

It's only been five short months since my son Cooper was born. I've already learned so much. I'd like to share what having a deaf baby has taught me.

February 28, 2020

Published by Beth Leipholtz at February 28, 2020

How connecting with parents of deaf children made a difference in my life

Connecting with other parents of deaf children is vital. It was the first thing I did upon my son's hearing loss diagnosis.

February 4, 2020

Published by Ashley McGoey at February 4, 2020

Frequently asked questions from parents of children with hearing loss

Since I started speaking out on social media about my hearing loss, I often receive questions from parents of children with hearing loss children.

January 30, 2020

Published by Beth Leipholtz at January 30, 2020

Why being vocal about hearing loss matters as a parent new to hearing loss

Being a parent new to hearing loss has made me realize that being vocal about hearing loss is important. You'll help yourself and others too.

January 16, 2020

processing hearing loss diagnosis as a new parent

Published by Beth Leipholtz at January 16, 2020

Tips for parents new to hearing loss

Processing a hearing loss diagnosis can be overwhelming. You're not alone if you feel this! This is what I've learned as a parent new to hearing loss.

December 5, 2019

Published by Editorial Staff at December 5, 2019

5 things this pediatric audiologist wants you to know

Being a parent of a child with hearing loss, can be overwhelming. Pediatric audiologist, Lindsay Cockburn, shares with us her top tips for parents.

December 2, 2019

Published by Melissa Hyder at December 2, 2019

The magic of the Roger Touchscreen Microphone during the holidays

The holidays are magical. I want my children with hearing loss to experience this. Thanks to the magic of the Roger Touchscreen Microphone, they can.

November 28, 2019

Published by Melissa Hyder at November 28, 2019

A thank you letter to those who support my hard of hearing children

We have so many people in our lives that help support our children with hearing loss. I wrote a thank you letter to them, to show how grateful I am.

November 26, 2019

Published by morgansnook at November 26, 2019

How I got an FM system for my toddler

An FM system can be confusing for a parent new to the world of hearing loss. What is an FM system, and how can you get one?

October 29, 2019

Published by valli gideons at October 29, 2019

How to help deaf teens advocate for themselves

Valli Vida Gideons' teenage son was able to stand up for himself in an unfair situation. Learn how to help deaf teens advocate for themselves.

September 5, 2019

Published by Editorial Staff at September 5, 2019

What I wish I knew about congenital hearing loss

This article was originally written by HLM community member Stephanie Daniel. “Your son has permanent bilateral mild sloping to moderately severe sensorineural hearing loss.” After an excruciating and stressful one […]

August 16, 2019

Published by Whitney Spagnola at August 16, 2019

Why parents should practice ‘serve and return’ conversations with their children

As a mom of a daughter with hearing loss, I know that the importance of conversation is crucial to her development. The question is, what exactly qualifies as a conversation? […]

July 30, 2019

Published by Ashley Derrington at July 30, 2019

“EPHPHATHA” is a new book about a deaf child growing up in a hearing world

A father shares the story of his son and how he taught others to adapt and learn from someone with hearing loss in a new book about deaf child.

July 22, 2019

Published by valli gideons at July 22, 2019

How to help when there’s a hearing loss diagnosis

I’ll never forget the nonchalant sound of the doctor’s voice who entered into the cold room no parent wants to be invited in, to tell us that our son had […]

July 16, 2019

Published by morgansnook at July 16, 2019

This airplane game makes speech learning fun

This fun speech and listening games can help children with hearing loss develop vital skills they need for language development.

July 12, 2019

Published by Editorial Staff at July 12, 2019

Watch: What to expect at a child’s audiology appointment

Visiting any kind of doctor for a child can be daunting, it is nothing to be nervous about! Here's what to expect at your child's audiology appointment

June 14, 2019

Published by Whitney Spagnola at June 14, 2019

Listening to different hearing aids taught me how to better help my daughter

When my daughter, Lucy, needed her first pair of hearing aids, I felt totally bewildered. Like 92% of parents, I was a “normal hearing” person, trying to make a decision […]

June 12, 2019

teaching deaf child English and sign language

Published by morgansnook at June 12, 2019

Why our deaf daughter is learning both spoken English and ASL

When my kiddo was diagnosed with hearing loss, the health department sent us a chart of communication options. On one side, it said “visual.” On the other, it said “auditory.” […]

June 3, 2019

Published by morgansnook at June 3, 2019

Finding my baby’s lost hearing aid

What’s as small as a paperclip, as pricey as a computer, and as easily lost as the remote control? A hearing aid, of course. Finding my baby’s lost hearing aid was […]

April 24, 2019

Published by morgansnook at April 24, 2019

Why my husband finally decided to start learning ASL

Cue the trumpets: My husband Kevin finally is learning American Sign Language, or ASL.