Amanda D. grew up with hearing loss due to constant middle ear issues. Years into her adulthood, Amanda was able to get the Baha® System, which changed her life. Now with the latest sound processor solution, the Baha 5 SuperPower, Amanda’s life continues to be enhanced by the innovations of the Baha System. “My mom … Continued
Patti C. always knew her son, Shelby, had a true passion for flying airplanes, but it was his hearing loss she was concerned would hold him back. Reflecting now, Patti’s commitment to getting Shelby access to sound with cochlear implants ensured he soared higher than she thought: “Shelby was born in June 1994. His hearing … Continued
As Shannon M.’s son, Indy, starts his first day of mainstream kindergarten, she can’t help but think of the day the nurse told her that her son was deaf. Having no prior connection to hearing loss, her family started learning sign language because they didn’t know cochlear implants were even an option. When they did … Continued
Unlike hearing aids, the Cochlear™ Baha® System is covered by Medicare. It is also covered by many insurance plans and typically Medicaid.* However, every health insurance plan is different, and we know that the insurance approval process can be confusing and frustrating. Here are the different types of insurance and the guidelines to help you … Continued
Ten-year-old Sophie R. was born deaf, has bilateral cochlear implants and is succeeding in her mainstream classroom. Since she’s the only child in her school with cochlear implants, she takes the time each year to educate her classmates about her hearing loss, cochlear implants and how she’s just like them: “At the beginning of each … Continued
Alexis W., mom to Martin, looks back on her son’s scary bout of bacterial meningitis, which took his hearing. Having never dealt with hearing loss and not knowing about cochlear implants, Martin’s parents had to act fast to ensure he’d have access to sound again: “Martin’s journey began on December 20, 2016 at 2 years … Continued
Parents, as you begin to prepare your child for a new school year consider preparing your child’s teacher(s) as well by sending an “introductory” or “re-introduction” letter. The letter allows you the opportunity to provide any new or pertinent information regarding your child’s hearing status, remind the teacher about any specific needs your child may … Continued
Sean McElwee, star of the A&E’s reality TV show “Born this Way,” battled hearing loss most of his life, a common associated condition affecting those born with Down syndrome. Sean managed the loss of his hearing on his right side for years but then began struggling to hear out of his remaining good ear, causing … Continued
Download and print our handy back to school supply list for children with hearing loss. Parents! As the new school year approaches, it is time to think about back to school shopping! In addition to buying new pens, pencils, notebooks, backpacks and other necessities for school, you might consider what is needed to support your … Continued
“I grew up in Stuttgart, Germany, where I went to school to eventually become an engineer. I’ve worked in the automotive industry much of my career, using technology to advance human safety and comfort. I live in the Detroit area with my wife, Lori, and kids, Nick and Sofia. We’re outdoorsy. Nick’s a competitive rock … Continued
The Nucleus 7 Sound Processor is the world’s first Made for iPhone cochlear implant sound processor to allow users to stream sound from iPhone®, iPad® and iPod touch® directly to their sound processor, offering greater accessibility, connectivity and wireless solutions. Cochlear Limited (ASX: COH), the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, introduces today its latest … Continued
Struggling in hearing aids, Ed W.’s hearing declined so much that he was forced to retire from his two passions: playing music and teaching children to play music. Ed began closing himself off from the world, but when he learned he was a candidate for a cochlear implant, he jumped at the opportunity to get … Continued
Unlike hearing aids, cochlear implants may be covered by Medicare. They are also covered by many insurance plans and typically Medicaid.* However, every health insurance plan is different, and we know that the insurance approval process can be confusing and frustrating. Here are the different types of insurance and the guidelines to help you through … Continued
Sarah M. left the hospital with her adopted little girl not knowing the journey that was ahead of them. Now with cochlear implants, Sarah’s 8-year-old daughter, Leila, is thriving at school and in Tae Kwon Do. Recently during a Tae Kwon Do tournament while using the Cochlear™ True Wireless™ Mini–Microphone, Leila had a “cochlear implant … Continued
Kimber P. has five little girls. Only one has hearing loss. Born with congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV), Alyssa began losing her hearing when she was 3 and lost all her hearing at 6. Researching options to keep her part of the listening and spoken world their family had built for their daughter, Kimber found cochlear implants … Continued
Tracy T. reflects back on her daughter Cate’s journey to cochlear implants and learning to speak. From frustrations over the struggles, to elation when milestones were met, Tracy looks at Cate now–the great student, athlete, and social butterfly–and realizes the struggles were just a ripple in the pond on the long, successful journey ahead for … Continued
Shawn J. lived most of his life with hearing aids, and then one day they were no longer enough. Fearful of surgery, he put off cochlear implants for years. Then Shawn became a father, and he realized how much he wanted to hear his son: “Although it feels like it sometimes, I wasn’t always deaf. … Continued
Natalie T. was overjoyed to welcome her baby girl into the world. Hearing loss never crossed the mind of this new mother excited to start her journey as a parent. When her daughter, Elsie, wasn’t reaching developmental milestones, she knew something was wrong. Then she learned her daughter was deaf. Having never experienced hearing loss … Continued
In this age of dating, you’re able to meet people over apps having never talked to them in person. In this age of technology, a cochlear implant recipient who has had their implant nearly all their life doesn’t feel the need to tell a soon-to-be-date that they have a cochlear implant. With a swipe right, … Continued
Summer is here, and your child is likely celebrating summer break. As the days get longer and the weather warms up, many children get excited to think about a time when they don’t have to get up early for school, prepare for tests and do homework. As a parent, you may begin to plan activities … Continued
Allie G., member of the U.S. Deaf Women’s National Team, has played soccer nearly her whole life and has been on the national team since 2009. Below, Allie shares her story, what it’s like playing soccer with and without her cochlear implants and what the sport taught her about teamwork and herself. “I was diagnosed … Continued