Traveling with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children: A Guide for Parents Traveling as a family is an incredible opportunity to bond, explore new places, and create lifelong memories. If you’re a parent of a deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) child, you might feel anxious about the logistics or communication barriers that could arise […]
Because of my position as Regional Day School for the Deaf coordinator, I was prepared when I took my daughter to the audiologist to confirm her hearing loss. I didn’t tell the audiologist what my profession was, and I was surprised at how little was explained to us as parents after learning our daughter has
With the holidays coming up, I look for toys and presents that are both entertaining and educational when choosing them for my kids. I usually choose things for my daughter that appeal to all of her senses. I’ve put together a list of educational and entertaining toys that would be great for children who are
October 2024 In the spring of 2023, our two-year-old daughter was diagnosed with moderate to severe hearing loss in both ears. As her parents, we were still figuring out how to negotiate this new reality at home and in public. When Halloween arrived and we prepared to go trick-or-treating, we realized we should have planned
February tends to be associated with love and friendship, as Valentine’s Day is celebrated. However, there is so much more to celebrate and recognize during this month that shapes our students that we as professionals working this this area of education need to be aware of and make a conscious effort to represent in our