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There have been three generations of the MED-EL audio processors for bone conduction and middle ear implants: Amadé, SAMBA, and SAMBA 2. But what is the difference between them? We’ll take a closer look at that today—and even give you a chance to hear the difference. Find out in which situations the SAMBA 2 is technologically superior to the other processor models, how it suppresses noise, and what a classifier really does.

Preschool and school-aged children receiving implants may have had some hearing, speech, and language before implantation. But even so, the time after activation is an adjustment period as they hear both new and familiar speech sounds. Here are some strategies caregivers can use to support their preschool and school-aged children to achieve success with their speech.

Changing seasons are great times to practice listening and extend your child’s listening skills. Whether you’re enjoying the spring showers and sun the leaves turn during autumn. Here are some some ideas for inside activities including arts and crafts to help build your child’s listening and language skills.