Dear Insurance Company
This is my daughter, Harper. She is twelve and was born with severe hearing loss. That means she could not hear anything other than doors slamming, drums, thunder, or a freight train. She was outfitted with...
How a Dismissive Wave Impacted a Woman who is Deaf
Those who are part of the deaf and hard of hearing community are facing unique challenges during this global pandemic. Kimberly Fugate, a toddler support teacher at the Center for Children in Lexington KY, is...
The Golden Moment
I remember wondering after learning of my newborn baby’s hearing loss if he would ever develop spoken language or hear my voice. The thing is—I never really articulated my concerns, rather I tucked them deep inside....
A Wish For My Daughter as She Becomes a Teenager
Dear Daughter, As you prepare to become a teenager, here are a few things I wish for you: May you always find the beauty in nature: oceans, trees, mountains. May you always know your body...
To My Child’s IEP Team
Before our meeting begins, I want to share with you a few things about my kid. I know we are going to discuss things like preferential seating, FM systems, and surround-sound units. We will address...
A Boy Named Sue
He was named before he entered this world. It only took my husband seven-months to convince me that calling our baby boy, Battle, would be a good idea. Think about it. . . "Battle on...
The Four Words I Hate
When my baby was diagnosed with hearing loss, I did not want to hear the word FINE. Because, here’s the thing. In those early days—it was NOT fine. None of it. I was scared. I...
To the Kid Who Has an IEP
As the school year comes to an end, I’d like to give a big SHOUT OUT to all the kids who had an IEP and made it through the year! Here’s the thing. There probably...
You Know You are a Parent of a Child With Hearing Loss When…
Parents of children who are deaf or hard of hearing are a unique group of individuals. And although there is no one-size-fits-all way to navigate hearing loss, there are many commonalities. You know you are...
The Real Magic Moments
Truth talk. Despite all the amazing videos we see across social media and the news...
The Road to 15
“Mom, tell me what it was like when I was born.” You were due on Thanksgiving day. Only, you made us wait till the following Monday before you decided to enter the world. At least...
Let’s make horseshoes instead of circles
It was a new neighborhood, a new school, and I had the new kids. We nervously arrived on the first day of school, immediately passing a group of chattering moms taking photos of their kids...
To the new parents of a child who has hearing loss
To the new parents of a child diagnosed with hearing loss, I know how you are feeling. I have been there. And I am here to tell you-It is going to be OK....
This is 12
My wish for you, daughter, May you always see the beauty in nature: oceans, trees, and mountains. May you always know your body is a temple, designed perfectly and beautifully....
To The Parent in the Trenches of Hearing Loss
When did this happen? I swear it was literally yesterday. They were in diapers and cribs and highchairs and nursing and eating rice cereal. I carried a super cute diaper bag, and my shirt was...
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