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How I’m Teaching My Deaf Baby Sign Language
Prior to giving birth to my son Cooper, who has profound hearing loss, I only knew a few basic signs. At one point I’d known the alphabet, but even that...
Our First Mother’s Day
My sweet Coop, I’m going to say something that goes against the grain here, baby boy...I didn’t fall in love with you the second you were placed into my arms....
On Being A Mom Of A Child With Hearing Loss
As Mother’s Day approaches, mothers are likely feeling grateful for their kiddos and reflecting on the past year. It’s no secret that being a mom comes with challenges on its...
Our Story or Yours?
My Sweet Coop, I’m writing this so that someday you can read it and understand. And, if we’re being honest, maybe I’m writing it a little bit so that someday...
What Having A Deaf Baby Has Taught Me
When I initially received the diagnosis that my son Cooper had profound hearing loss, I felt like my world had shattered. Over the months following his diagnosis, I learned more than...
Hurry Up And Wait
Time is a funny thing. At points, it feels like these 6 months with Cooper in the world and the 5 months since his hearing loss diagnosis have flown by....
How Connecting With Parents Of Deaf Children Made A Difference In My Life
The day we found out my son Cooper was profoundly deaf, one of the first things I did was search social media to connect with parents of deaf or hard...
