Tips for Hearing Clearly at Family Gatherings
The holiday season is upon us! Next week is Thanksgiving, an excellent time to connect with loved ones and enjoy delicious food. However, those lively dinner discussions can get loud, and for those with hearing loss, it can be frustrating or overwhelming to follow the conversation. We’ve compiled some tips to help you enjoy Thanksgiving…
Strengthening Communication Through Hearing Changes
Approximately 13% of people in the United States aged 12 or over have hearing loss in both ears. Hearing loss reshapes the intimate relationships in your life. While hearing aids significantly improve speech understanding, practicing good communication techniques to help understand those around you is still important. Let’s take a look at some communication tips…
Will I Pass My Hearing Loss Down to My Children?
Approximately one in 500 infants is born with or develops hearing loss during early childhood (Centers for Disease Control, 2024). If you have hearing loss and are about to or are planning to have a child, it’s natural to worry that you’ll pass the condition down. Let’s take a look at genes, DNA and how…
What to Do If Your Child Resists Wearing Their Hearing Aids
Hearing aids can be life-changing for children with hearing loss, helping them develop language, connect socially and navigate the world with greater ease. Nearly 28.8 million Americans could benefit from using them, including children. However, for many parents, getting a child to consistently wear their hearing aids can be a challenge. Read along to learn…
The Importance of Regular Hearing Evaluations
Hearing is a key part of how we stay connected to our loved ones and communities. Yet, hearing health often doesn’t receive the same routine care we give to our teeth or eyesight. Regular hearing checkups are a critical piece of maintaining overall health, especially as we age; around one in three adults between the…
How to Keep Your Easter Basket Gifting Hearing Friendly
According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), sounds above 85 decibels (dB) can cause hearing damage over time, especially with prolonged exposure. Some toys, including musical instruments and electronic games, can exceed this threshold. As you fill Easter baskets with toys this spring, there are ways to ensure they stay hearing-friendly. Potential Risks of Loud…
What Does An Educational Audiologist Do?
An audiologist specializes in diagnosing and treating hearing and balance disorders. An educational audiologist works to support students with hearing issues, ensuring they have access to the tools and accommodations needed for effective learning. Educational audiologists typically work in schools. The Role of an Educational Audiologist in Schools Educational audiologists play a critical role in…
Understanding the Connection Between Stress, Anxiety and Hearing
We often think of hearing loss as a physical condition that only affects the ways our ears process sound, but it can also affect our mental health. Let’s take a look at how hearing loss can fuel anxiety and stress and what you can do to minimize stress in your life. How Hearing Loss Fuels…
Hearing Loss and Valentine’s Day: How To Plan a Communication-Friendly Night
Valentine’s Day offers the perfect excuse to go out for a romantic dinner, run to Jennie’s Flowers for a new bouquet and buy a towering mountain of chocolate. Unfortunately, if you or your partner has hearing loss, you may worry about how communication difficulty will affect the otherwise romantic evening you’ve planned. Let’s take a…
Enjoying Holiday Parties With Hearing Loss: Tips for Staying Connected and Protecting Your Ears
Approximately 15% of U.S. adults have hearing loss. If you’re among those with hearing loss, you know that holiday parties, with their music and overlapping conversations, can pose unique challenges. Let’s explore some tips to make holiday gatherings more enjoyable and ways to protect your hearing in the long run. Communication Strategies for Noisy Environments…