Multilingualism is a great asset for children with cochlear implants, especially if they grow up in families in which multiple languages are spoken. Today, more and more families are embracing multilingualism, most commonly bilingualism. This article highlights the benefits of bilingualism and offers tips to help your child with a CI learn two (or more) languages.
Ever wondered how much you rely on lip-reading in everyday conversations? Can watching someone’s lips and facial expressions really help you understand speech better—especially in noisy environments? And how does this skill support individuals with hearing loss or cochlear implants? In this article, we’ll explore the fascinating role of lip-reading, why it’s so important, and how it can complement hearing technology to enhance communication.
Educators of students with hearing loss should aim to offer all the support needed so these students can experience success and achieve their full potential at school. Educators play a vital part in ensuring access to classroom instruction and activities as well as integration and participation in the broader life at school for students with hearing devices.
As a caregiver of a child with a cochlear implant, your role is essential in supporting your child’s speech development. While therapy sessions provide the foundation, the true impact happens at home where your child practices the strategies learned in therapy in natural, everyday situations. To help you remember the strategies introduced to you by your therapist, MED-EL has designed a practical tool: Essential Strategy Cards.
Holiday season is fast approaching, and that means parties, festivals, and large family get-togethers. Having difficulty hearing in social situations like these is normal, even for people without hearing implants. But there are ways to improve your speech understanding and comprehension skills to reduce the likelihood of communication breakdowns.
Paula was born with severe hearing loss. Her parents quickly decided to get her cochlear implants for both ears. Today, Paula uses two SONNET 2s when she plays tennis professionally. In this article, she tells us all about her hearing journey and how her cochlear implants have impacted her life.
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