advice Archives | Hearing Like Me

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.

October 4, 2017

Published by PR Hilton at October 4, 2017

How I changed my attitude about hearing loss

At the beginning, I fought tooth and nail against being one of those people who wore hearing aids. I realised that all of my stress and anxiety had been caused […]

October 3, 2017

Published by Anna Biggins at October 3, 2017

Ask Anna: What is a Roger Pen and how does it work?

Ask Anna is a weekly advice column for the hearing loss community. Dear Anna, I recently started college and I am trying to decide what hearing accessories will be best […]

August 24, 2017

Published by Lucie Herridge at August 24, 2017

How having a deaf child has changed my life

Lucie shares four things she's learned from raising a deaf child and shares how her son has changed her life.

August 17, 2017

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Published by Jill von Büren at August 17, 2017

Book by deaf author teaches us to live with passion

What is the key of a happy life? Living it passionately, says Karen Putz, author of a new book on the topic.

July 25, 2017

Published by Anna Biggins at July 25, 2017

Ask Anna: Can swimmer’s ear cause hearing loss?

Ask Anna is a weekly advice column for the hearing loss community. Dear Anna, During the summer months, my children are constantly in the pool. Every so often one of […]

July 12, 2017

Published by Anna Biggins at July 12, 2017

Ask Anna: How do I dry my hearing aids?

Ask Anna is a weekly advice column for the hearing loss community. Dear Anna, During the summer months, I have a hard time taking care of my hearing aids. I […]

February 28, 2017

Published by Anna Biggins at February 28, 2017

Ask Anna: Do small hearing aids work for severe hearing loss?

Ask Anna is a weekly advice column for the hearing loss community. Dear Anna, “I have severe-to-profound hearing loss and currently wear a hearing aid that goes behind my […]

February 21, 2017

Published by Anna Biggins at February 21, 2017

Ask Anna: Do new hearing aids whistle?

Whistling or squealing is referred to in the hearing aid industry as feedback and it is essentially when amplified sound gets fed back into the hearing aid microphone.

January 30, 2017

Published by Lucie Herridge at January 30, 2017

Common challenges with raising deaf children (and how to overcome them)

Although life has certainly improved since he received his cochlear implants, we still face challenges with Harry being deaf.

January 5, 2017

Published by Ellie Parfitt at January 5, 2017

10 things no one tells you about being a deaf teen

Most people think that hearing loss is associated with old age, but in fact anybody can have a hearing loss, including teenagers like me! I’m turning 20 next month, […]

November 22, 2016

Published by Anna Biggins at November 22, 2016

Ask Anna: What’s the difference between a PSAP and Hearing Aid?

Ask Anna is a weekly advice column for the hearing loss community. Dear Anna, My father has a difficult time communicating with his friends and family. He watches TV […]

November 18, 2016

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Published by Stacey Rich at November 18, 2016

When should children care for their own hearing aids?

Handing over control of hearing aids can encourage independence and foster confidence in your child. Here are 5 steps to hearing aid self management.

November 17, 2016

Published by daysiadoug at November 17, 2016

Living with Hearing Loss: A letter to my teenage self

A letter to my younger teen self, a shy deaf girl, and the challenges I overcame over the years. Universal advice for all deaf and hard of hearing teens.

November 16, 2016

Published by Lucie Herridge at November 16, 2016

Tips for establishing a bedtime routine for deaf children

Bedtime routines for deaf children allow them to feel safe and comfortable when it comes to going to sleep.

November 15, 2016

Published by Anna Biggins at November 15, 2016

Ask Anna: Will hearing aids help my Hyperacusis?

Ask Anna is a weekly advice column for the hearing loss community. Dear Anna, I have Hyperacusis and I can’t tolerate loud sounds, such as when people talking loud, dogs […]

November 11, 2016

Published by moniquehammond at November 11, 2016

It’s a Team Effort: My Steps and Advice for Buying Hearing Aids

The first lesson that I learned as I went in search of hearing help was that buying a hearing aid is a team effort. The “hearing aid team” includes the […]

November 7, 2016

how children taught me to accept my hearing loss

Published by Shari Eberts at November 7, 2016

How My Children Taught Me To Accept My Hearing Loss

I never expected my children to be my greatest teachers, but seeing myself reflected in their eyes showed me the path I needed to take to overcome my struggles with […]

November 3, 2016

Published by Eloise Garland at November 3, 2016

8 Moving Tips for Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing Dwellers

Moving houses can be stressful - particularly if there are communication difficulties. Here are some ways to make the move easier and less stressful.

October 28, 2016

Published by Ellie Parfitt at October 28, 2016

Don’t be Awkward Around People with Disabilities… H.I.D.E.!

Sometimes people feel awkward around people with disabilities like hearing loss. Here's what you can do.