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How To Advocate For Your Child With Hearing Loss
As I was preparing to become a mom, I knew I’d need to be my child’s voice at points. I’ve always been one to take action when necessary, even prior...
How Far We’ve Come
I remember early on in this journey, when I was broken and so upset, another parent of a deaf child told me, "Someday, you'll look back and this won't all...
What To Do Early On For Your Deaf Baby
When receiving an early diagnosis of hearing loss for your child, it’s easy and normal to feel overwhelmed. For some, these feelings lead to a paralyzation of sorts, as processing...
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...
