November 24, 2021
hosting a more inclusive Thanksgiving
Published by Mineli Goswami at November 24, 2021

9 tips for hosting a more inclusive Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving gatherings have changed a lot since the COVID pandemic started, but this year we’re finally ready to start gathering with friends and family. We have much to be grateful […]
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May 5, 2021
late onset hearing loss
Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at May 5, 2021

“Padapillo,” a children’s book about late onset hearing loss

Padapillo, a children’s book about late onset hearing loss, is hitting bookshelves just in time for Better Speech and Hearing Month.
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November 27, 2019
communicating with family at Thanksgiving
Published by Stu Nunnery at November 27, 2019

5 tips for communicating at Thanksgiving with hearing loss

Holiday celebrations bring a unique set of challenges for people with hearing loss. Communicating at Thanksgiving is made easier with some tips.
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April 15, 2019
hard of hearing siblings
Published by Ellie Warren at April 15, 2019

What it is like growing up with hard of hearing siblings

I’m not the only person with hearing loss in my family. Fortunately (or unfortunately depending on how you look at it) I have two hard of hearing siblings, and one […]
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January 25, 2019
open about my hearing loss
Published by Ashley Derrington at January 25, 2019

Losing My Sister Helped Me be Open About My Hearing Loss

Four years ago, I received the most horrific news that my younger sister had passed away unexpectedly. At the time, everyone around me tried to tell me, “She’s in a […]
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November 27, 2017
holidays with hearing loss
Published by Lynn A. Wood | Audiologist |Auditory Verbal Therapist at November 27, 2017

Tips to make the holidays special for children with hearing loss

Celebrating holidays with hearing loss can bring challenges. Here are some simple ways to make holidays special for those with hearing loss.
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November 24, 2016
my family has hearing loss but i dont
Published by Mat Gilbert at November 24, 2016

Teen Life: My Family has Hearing Loss… but I don’t

What is life like for a normal hearing teenager to grow up in a family with deaf and hard of hearing members? Anna shares her experiences.
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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 […]
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March 24, 2016
Published by Ellie Parfitt at March 24, 2016

How my hearing loss affects my family dynamic

  Every family is different, and mine is certainly unique. I love them to bits, but there’s always time where my hearing loss interferes and affects our family dynamic. Sibling Rivalries […]
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January 18, 2016
Published by Kris English, PhD at January 18, 2016

Why you should bring family or a friend to your audiology appointment

Last summer, an older relative of mine agreed to get her hearing checked.  She was accompanied by her sister, and after the appointment, I asked how it went.  I was […]
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December 2, 2015
Published by Editorial Staff at December 2, 2015

Talking about Hearing Loss this Holiday Season

5 ways to start the conversation about hearing loss with your loved ones during the holiday season
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