Self-identity: It’s recognizing the unique aspects that make us who we are, and is the foundation for self-worth and emotional wellbeing. It isn’t innate, but rather each child develops their own sense of self as they grow from a baby into a toddler; when they recognize their personality traits, their likes and dislikes, the culture
When you’re getting ready to have a baby, I know there’s a lot going through your head. It might be like planning a vacation to some far off country: you know where you’re going and have a rough idea of the sights you’ll see and experiences you’ll have and are making all sorts of plans
Reading books with your child is a great way to help your child develop early language and literacy skills and prepare for school, and this is especially true if your child has a cochlear implant. But how can you make sure they get the most out of each book? Start Reading Early Introduce your child
Starting school is a rite of passage for all children, and it’s often the first time where they will spend a large portion of their day away from their parents. How successful they are in this transition depends on a range of factors, especially if your child has a hearing loss. Why? It’s because so
If your child has just received a cochlear implant it’s important that you give them as many opportunities as possible to hear a variety of sounds. By helping your child to hear and engage with sounds you’ll build their listening skills, and ultimately their language skills. Here are some ways you can start. Start Early,
If your child has a cochlear implant, you might be weighing a few different options when it comes to which school he or she will attend. One of these options is a “mainstream school”: your standard local school filled with all sorts of different kids, both with and without hearing losses. If you’re considering having
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