June 27, 2022
Published by PR Hilton at June 27, 2022

Woman makes dolls with hearing aids to inspire children

Growing up, it’s important for children to feel included and recognize similarities in themselves and others. Children with hearing loss can sometimes feel different, especially when they wear hearing aids […]
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January 24, 2022
deaf child
Published by Beth Leipholtz at January 24, 2022

How to overcome the urge to compare your deaf child to others

We’ve all heard the saying, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” But as a parent — especially as a parent of a deaf child — comparison is hard to avoid.  […]
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June 7, 2021
hat for cochlear implants
Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at June 7, 2021

Hat for cochlear implants is just the start

Every time Meghan Carey put a hat on her son Percy, his “ears” fell off. This led to her creating a hat for cochlear implants. And that’s just the start.
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February 26, 2021
deaf TikTokers
Published by Isabella Candanosa at February 26, 2021

These deaf TikTokers are worth following

TikTok is now an active platform for d/Deaf and hard of hearing creators to share their content. Here are some deaf TikTokers worth following.
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February 25, 2021
Phonak and Advanced Bionics technology
Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at February 25, 2021

Understanding Phonak and Advanced Bionics hearing technology

HearingLikeMe takes a closer look at Phonak and Advanced Bionics technology. The collaboration between these two companies means cutting-edge options.
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February 24, 2021
decision to get a cochlear implant for your baby
Published by Beth Leipholtz at February 24, 2021

Making the decision to get cochlear implants for your baby

While every family is different, deciding to get a cochlear implant for your baby can be difficult. Here's how we made the decision.
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February 4, 2021
deaf bachelorette
Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at February 4, 2021

Why serious conversations about deafness on ‘The Bachelor’ are important

Abigail Heringer, the deaf bachelorette, is still vying for Matt James’ heart. She has a serious conversation with Matt about her deafness.
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January 27, 2021
deaf equestrian
Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at January 27, 2021

How equestrian Makenzie McGuire is raising deaf awareness

Deaf equestrian Makenzie McGuire created a Facebook page to raise awareness about deafness in the equestrian industry. She hopes to make it more accessible.
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December 18, 2020
cochlear implant for children
Published by Editorial Staff at December 18, 2020

Deaf children now have a sound processor especially for them

Choosing cochlear implant for your child can be difficult, but Advanced Bionics and Phonak have developed the world’s first sound processor for children.
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November 11, 2020
early cochlear implantation
Published by Editorial Staff at November 11, 2020

5 steps to early infant cochlear implantation

When a child is unexpectedly diagnosed with hearing loss it can be an overwhelming experience. After the initial shock, however, many take comfort in knowing there are a variety of […]
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September 23, 2020
cochlear implant for babies
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 […]
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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.
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July 24, 2020
how to prepare for your child's cochlear implant surgery
Published by Beth Leipholtz at July 24, 2020

What to expect for your child’s cochlear implant surgery

What happens on the day of your child's cochlear implant surgery? This is what a typical day looks like on the day of the surgery and recovery after.
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July 13, 2020
hearing aids vs cochlear implants
Published by Editorial Staff at July 13, 2020

Hearing Aids vs Cochlear Implants

Finding a solution that works for your specific hearing loss needs is important. Here is what you need to know about hearing aids vs cochlear implants.
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April 24, 2020
Now Hear This
Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at April 24, 2020

Mom and daughter write a children’s book about hearing loss

Everyone has a hearing loss story, and sharing these stories are important for a variety of reasons. Stories can make us more empathetic, unite us and open us up to […]
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June 25, 2019
how we pursued a cochlear implant for our child
Published by helentinsman at June 25, 2019

How we pursued a cochlear implant for our child

A note from HearingLikeMe.com: Helen Tinsman works for Advanced Bionics; her daughter Emmy Cartwright is a member of the Phonak Teen Advisory Board. Eighteen years ago, we had our second […]
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June 18, 2019
cochlear implants
Published by Editorial Staff at June 18, 2019

Cochlear Implants

Often described as a “more powerful hearing aid,” cochlear implants have come a long way in terms of technology and acceptance by the hearing loss community since their debut in […]
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May 10, 2019
bluetooth cochlear implant wireless headset
Published by Jill von Büren at May 10, 2019

The Jelly Bean-Sized Tech that Turns Cochlear Implants into Wireless Headsets

Our world is becoming more and more connected. Wireless technologies and direct streaming for phone calls and music has become the norm. It’s common now to see someone walk down […]
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March 13, 2019
humor hearing loss
Published by Jacqueline Drexler at March 13, 2019

What’s So Funny? Understanding humor with hearing loss

Have you ever been with a group of people laughing at the end of a story, and you laughed along, pretending that you understood? When everyone is laughing at a […]
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March 11, 2019
Published by Madeline Brinkmann at March 11, 2019

What I learned at the Canadian Hard of Hearing Youth Forum

Last November, I was fortunate enough to attend the Canadian Hard of Hearing Association Youth Forum in Ottawa. It was a great experience.
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