Author: Renee Oehlerking

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Shannon's son on her preschool graduation day

‘My profoundly deaf son is now just another kid starting his first day of kindergarten’: A family’s journey to hearing

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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

Insurance 101 for the Baha System

Insurance 101 for the Baha System

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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

Sophie partying with her class kids

Back-to-school hearing party: How Sophie educates her classmates about her hearing loss

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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

Happy Martin on his second birthday

Parents act fast to give their 2-year-old with bacterial meningitis his hearing back

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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

How to educate teachers about your child’s hearing loss

How to educate teachers about your child’s hearing loss

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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, with Cochlear Baha

“Born This Way” star gets the Baha System

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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

Back to school supply list for children with hearing loss

Back to school supply list for children with hearing loss

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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

Mathias sitting with the family

Nucleus 7 recipient shares how the first Made for iPhone cochlear implant technology improves life

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“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

Nucleus 7 is here: The world’s first Made for iPhone cochlear implant sound processor

Nucleus 7 is here: The world’s first Made for iPhone cochlear implant sound processor

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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

Ed in his music room

From musician to hermit to musician again

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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

Multiracial group of seniors talking over coffee

Insurance 101 for Cochlear Implants

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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

Leila doing Tae Kwon Do

‘Cochlear implant bonus’ moment: Hearing you won first place before anyone else

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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

Happy and cute Alyssa

CMV took her daughter’s hearing, Cochlear Implants gave it back

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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

Cate on her 10th birthday

With Cochlear implants, wireless and water accessories, Cate’s goin’ places

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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

Portrait of Natalie with her family

How Kanso changed the mind of these parents choosing a cochlear implant brand for their child

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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

With a simple right swipe, Cochlear Implant recipient finds love

With a simple right swipe, Cochlear Implant recipient finds love

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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

US Deaf Women’s National Team playing soccer

US Deaf Women’s National Team player shares experiences on the field

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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

Adult couple image for insurance cover

Denied insurance coverage? Cochlear can help

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While most insurance plans cover hearing implants*, there are a few reasons why your health plan may deny your proposed treatment. If you receive a written denial letter from your health plan, it will define the reason your request was denied. Some common reasons are: The requested procedure is specifically listed as non-covered under the … Continued

Morgan Keely swimming with dolphins

Jump into summer break with the Aqua+!

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Summer break is almost here! If you are considering a cochlear implant for your child with hearing loss, the Cochlear™ Nucleus® 6* and Kanso®** Sound Processors have a water accessory, the Aqua+, so they can swim, splash and play in the water with their friends and family. Being able to play in and around water … Continued