Raising a Child with Hearing Loss

Gretchen Fors
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Have you been told your child has some degree of hearing loss? Well then you are in the right place! Listen as Adults, Teens, Parents, and Providers share their own personal journeys with hearing loss. Plus hear the stories of moms who have walked this journey alongside their child too. We share our stories to build community and connection. We will laugh together, cry together, and find joy in the journey. The professionals and others who share their own opinions. All information presented is educational and should not be misconstrued as personal medical advice.

  1. 07/12/2023

    Episode 40: Why children should see a Pediatric Audiologist with Dr. Michelle Hu, AuD of MamaHuHears

    Listen today as Listen as Dr. Hu and I discuss why over-the-counter hearing aids aren't appropriate for children and why a child should see a pediatric audiologist. Dr. Michelle Hu realized that as her pediatric audiology patients started growing up and having children of their own they had a different set of questions than when they were her patients, so she decided to create an Instagram account called mama hu hears. She’s also created an online program for parents of children who are deaf and hard of hearing. Not to tell parents what to do, but to offer all of the resources, information, different modes of communication, languages to have access to and healthcare specialists to get in touch with, and give them all of the ingredients so that they can make the best choices for their hearing journey with their family.  Dr. Michelle Hu, AuD Pediatric Audiologist Hard of Hearing Mama “My Child Has Hearing Loss, Now What?” www.mamahuhears.com www.instagram.com/mama.hu.hears/ This podcast is intended for families to share their own personal journeys without judgment. The stories they share are their own. Their stories are their own personal beliefs. Please respect and honor each family's choices. The professionals and others who share their own opinions. All information presented is educational and should not be misconstrued as personal medical advice. It’s the responsibility of the parent or guardian or self to seek medical attention if there are concerns for a child or self including asking their healthcare personnel about any clarification that may apply to their concern or situation. This podcast is meant for education and should not replace clinical recommendations or judgment of whoever is evaluating the patient.

    11 min

  2. 05/09/2023

    Episode 39: Alison Larson... Giving Yourself Grace in the Journey

    Meet Alison Larson. You are in for a treat as Alison shares her story from finding out that her newborn hadn’t passed the newborn hearing screen to an informed and empowered mom to a now 3-year-old. Listen as she shares her stories starting from the beginning and including the ups and downs and everything in between. Msg if you would like a transcript of this audio.  Willing to share your story? Apply here: https://forms.gle/8zmsWLk43PyT5C838 This podcast is intended for families to share their own personal journeys without judgment. The stories they share are their own. Their stories are their own personal beliefs. Please respect and honor each family's choices.  The professionals and others who share their own opinions. All information presented is educational and should not be misconstrued as personal medical advice. It’s the responsibility of the parent or guardian or self to seek medical attention if there are concerns for a child or self including asking their healthcare personal about any clarification that may apply to their concern or situation.  This podcast is meant for education and should not replace clinical recommendations or judgment of whomever is evaluating the patient.

    36 min

  3. 04/05/2023

    Episode 38: Michelle Alvarez....Most of the time the journey isn't a straight line.

    Meet Michelle! Michelle has a 14 year old son with hearing loss who was diagnosed late with progressive loss. Listen as she shares her stories starting from the beginning and including the ups and downs and everything in between. Her son is currently thriving! So if you are in the messy middle hopefully this conversation with give you hope, and the courage to make the best decisions for your child. Meet Michelle! Michelle has a 14 year old son with hearing loss who was diagnosed late with progressive loss. Listen as she shares her stories starting from the beginning and including the ups and downs and everything in between. Her son is currently thriving! So if you are in the messy middle hopefully this conversation will give you hope, and the courage to make the best decisions for your child.  Msg if you would like a transcript of this audio.  Willing to share your story? Apply here: https://forms.gle/8zmsWLk43PyT5C838 This podcast is intended for families to share their own personal journeys without judgment. The stories they share are their own. Their stories are their own personal beliefs. Please respect and honor each family's choices.  The professionals and others who share their own opinions. All information presented is educational and should not be misconstrued as personal medical advice. It’s the responsibility of the parent or guardian or self to seek medical attention if there are concerns for a child or self including asking their healthcare personnel about any clarification that may apply to their concern or situation.  This podcast is meant for education and should not replace clinical recommendations or judgment of whoever is evaluating the patient.

    33 min

  4. 03/22/2023

    Episode 37: Gretchen Fors - EHDI (Early Hearing Detection Intervention) 2023 Conference Presentation. Thinking ouside the box of the traditional model of parent to parent support.

    Episode 37: Gretchen Fors - EHDI (Early Hearing Detection Intervention) 2023 Conference Presentation. Thinking ouside the box of the traditional model of parent to parent support. How a parent to parent podcast highlighting parents sharing their personal journeys can help education and empower parents.

  5. 03/15/2023

    Episode 36: Allison with Idaho Parents Unlimited

    Today I interviewed Allison Higley. Allison works for Idaho Parents Unlimited which is the parent training center and also the family to family health information center. Idaho Parents Unlimited fills both of those roles in Idaho. You can check out their website at https://ipulidaho.org/ Idaho Parents Unlimited Podcast: https://direct.me/unlimitedparenting Find them on social media: @idahoparentsunlimited https://www.facebook.com/IdahoParentsUnlimited You can find your States parent training center here:  https://www.parentcenterhub.org/find-your-center/ You can find your States Family to family health information center here: https://familyvoices.org/projects/

    13 min

  6. 02/23/2023

    Episode 35: Tara Billman… Coach for Moms who feel overwhelmed, lost and alone in their child's physical or mental health diagnosis to cope with perspective, peace and purpose.

    Episode 35: Tara Billman… Coach for Moms who feel overwhelmed, lost and alone in their child's physical or mental health diagnosis to cope with perspective, peace and purpose. Enjoy the interview and if you would like to contact Tara you can find her at these locations. Instagram: @tarabillmancoaching FB: https://www.facebook.com/CoachTara1/ website: liveonpurposecoaching.com Plus if you are attending the EDHI conference in Cincinnati, Ohio this year I would love to meet you at my presentation. I will be presenting on Monday, March 6th at 2:30 pm in room DECC 211. Can't wait to meet you!  Please email hearingmamastribe@gmail.com if you would like a copy of the transcript Willing to share your story? Apply here: https://forms.gle/8zmsWLk43PyT5C838 This podcast is intended for families to share their own personal journeys without judgment. The stories they share are their own. Their stories are their own personal beliefs. Please respect and honor each family's choices. The professionals and others who share their own opinions. All information presented is educational and should not be misconstrued as personal medical advice. It’s the responsibility of the parent or guardian or self to seek medical attention if there are concerns for a child or self including asking their healthcare personal about any clarification that may apply to their concern or situation. This podcast is meant for education and should not replace clinical recommendations or judgment of whomever is evaluating the patient.

    11 min

  7. 02/02/2023

    Episode 34: Brian Darcy.... Idaho Educational Services for the Deaf and Blind Agency Administrator

    Meet Brian Darcy the Idaho Educational Services for the Deaf and Blind Agency Administrator. It was so fun to have Brian on the podcast. Our family is so grateful for the outreach service we have received through the Idaho Educational Service for the Deaf and Blind. Listen as I interview Brian and he shares about all the resources they offer and share why going to a residential school might be the best fit for a child with hearing loss. Please email hearingmamastribe@gmail.com if you would like a copy of the transcript Willing to share your story? Apply here: https://forms.gle/8zmsWLk43PyT5C838 This podcast is intended for families to share their own personal journeys without judgment. The stories they share are their own. Their stories are their own personal beliefs. Please respect and honor each family's choices. The professionals and others who share their own opinions. All information presented is educational and should not be misconstrued as personal medical advice. It’s the responsibility of the parent or guardian or self to seek medical attention if there are concerns for a child or self including asking their healthcare personal about any clarification that may apply to their concern or situation. This podcast is meant for education and should not replace clinical recommendations or judgment of whomever is evaluating the patient.

    26 min

  8. 12/23/2022

    Episode 33: Demystifying the transition from Part C to Part B services

    Episode 33: Demystifying the transition from Part C to Part B of Medicaid services I invited Lauren, from Episode 30, who is a teacher of the deaf and an adult with hearing loss back to share her wisdom about the transition from Part C to Part B medicaid services for a child with hearing loss. Even if you have private health insurance this episode is for YOU! I promise! I remember the first time one of my kids went through this transition of services I was super confused as to what was going on. Hopefully this will demystify this process a little. Lauren will inspire you and your child to have a more empowered life. If your child has received the same diagnosis you are in the right place. I welcome you into our tribe. Follow us on Instagram @hearing_mamas_tribe Find the Transcript of this episode here:Episode 33: Part C to Part B of Medicaid services Willing to share your story? Apply here: https://forms.gle/8zmsWLk43PyT5C838 This podcast is intended for families to share their own personal journeys without judgment. The stories they share are their own. Their stories are their own personal beliefs. Please respect and honor each family's choices. The professionals and others who share their own opinions. All information presented is educational and should not be misconstrued as personal medical advice. It’s the responsibility of the parent or guardian or self to seek medical attention if there are concerns for a child or self including asking their healthcare personal about any clarification that may apply to their concern or situation. This podcast is meant for education and should not replace clinical recommendations or judgment of whomever is evaluating the patient.

    22 min
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Have you been told your child has some degree of hearing loss? Well then you are in the right place! Listen as Adults, Teens, Parents, and Providers share their own personal journeys with hearing loss. Plus hear the stories of moms who have walked this journey alongside their child too. We share our stories to build community and connection. We will laugh together, cry together, and find joy in the journey. The professionals and others who share their own opinions. All information presented is educational and should not be misconstrued as personal medical advice.

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