Asking for help from family or friends
It’s okay to ask for help. The first few weeks or months after a hearing loss diagnosis can be challenging and overwhelming. Practical and emotional
Click on the READ MORE below to learn more about some questions and issues that arise for families from time-to-time.
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It’s okay to ask for help. The first few weeks or months after a hearing loss diagnosis can be challenging and overwhelming. Practical and emotional
National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS) UK have some great tips for when you are bathing your baby or young child who is deaf or hard
A quality childcare or preschool experience supports children’s learning, social skills, confidence, and wellbeing. It also gives parents valuable time for work, appointments, and self-care.
From sharing tips, exchanging advice or being a support network to one another, connecting with others going through similar experiences can be invaluable. Parents, carers,
Parents need to consider how much they influence the future behaviour of their children by setting an example. Children tend to copy their parents’ behaviour.
Make a simple booklet of the Auslan signs your child uses most often. This is a great tool for family and friends who may not
Here are some engaging and inclusive games and activities for families with children who are deaf or hard of hearing. These activities promote communication, social
Mornings can be busy. Visual cues, simple signs and predictable routines help deaf children feel calm, informed and ready for the day. Here are some
As parents, we want to make the best decisions for our children. We gather information from various sources and then make our educated choices. When
Keep loving, dreaming and expecting great things for your child! Download the Real Life Tip infographic.
Christmas is an exciting time for children, but for deaf and hard of hearing kids, it can also be very stressful and tiring due to
As parents, we are constantly advocating for our child who is deaf or hard of hearing. We want our children to have equal access at