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From the lens Hearing Aids At Age Six: Leaves make sounds when you step on them? .

  • Russia33 Jun 21, 2011 @ 8:48 pm | delete
    This is an amazing story. It must have been wonderful for your son to hear the birds chirping for the first time!!! Thanks for sharing.
  • debnet Jun 21, 2011 @ 10:27 am | delete
    Blessed by a Squid Angel ;)
  • Jan Jun 20, 2011 @ 6:37 pm | delete
    I would love any advice on how to deal with bullies towards my grandson's hearing aids.
  • luvmyludwig Jun 21, 2011 @ 12:52 pm | delete
    To tell you the truth bullies haven't been an issue at all for us. We always treated the hearing aids like earrings and kids always liked his because they were brightly colored. When he gets they I'd suggest picking up a book like the one linked to below and have his teacher read it to the class and answer any questions. We have found kids to be very understanding and receptive once they know what they are. Taking Hearing Impairment to School (Special Kids in School Series)
  • luvmyludwig Jun 21, 2011 @ 12:57 pm | delete
    also, teach him how to answer questions about them. My son is now 11, but when he was little we taught him to say " some kids wear glasses because they don't see very good, and I wear hearing aids because I don't hear as good as you. But with my hearing aids I can." This always worked for him and bulling has never been a problem.

    A couple years ago my son chose to grow his hair out to cover his hearing aids because a lot of adults ask him questions about them and he just got tired of talking about it. Good luck with your grandson, it will open up a whole new world and if you have any more questions you can ask them here or click on my profile and use the contact me button. I will answer any questions you have. I know how worrisome it is to know he will face challenges, but your grandson will be a stronger and better person in the end, even more compassionate toward others.
  • jan Jun 20, 2011 @ 6:35 pm | delete
    I'm so glad to find this information. My grandson lives with me. He is 6 years old, also. He gets fitted for hearing aids this week. He has struggled with the same issues as Kenneth. Please give me advice on how to explain this to Noah even when other kids make unkind comments.
  • luvmyludwig Jun 21, 2011 @ 1:10 pm | delete
    I don't think there is a cookie cutter way to deal with it, but answering his questions honestly is the best way we've found. You could compare his hearing aids to glasses and explain why he needs them using that analogy since most kids know someone who wears glasses. If he does get picked on, explain to him that most kids just don't understand why he has them and once they do understand things will settle down. My son still goes to speech therapy and still gets frustrated when he has difficulty pronouncing things, but it gets better and easier. There will be tears, but the tears of joy far out number the bad tears.

    Also, don't be afraid to advocate for your grandson. My son has an FM system at school, and it is such a big help with hearing his teacher in a crowded class. I would look into that also. The schools have to provide them, by law, free of charge.
  • Liz Mar 8, 2011 @ 9:42 am | delete
    Thank you for sharing! My son is 4 and will be receiving his hearing aids this Friday. Everyone in his life is so excited for his "rebirth" into the world! Glad to hear Kenneth's progress continues to grow by leaps and bounds!
  • Jan Jun 20, 2011 @ 6:45 pm | delete
    Please let me know how it went. My grandson who is 6 will get fitted this week. Our concern is how other children treat him.
  • luvmyludwig Jun 21, 2011 @ 1:13 pm | delete
    I'd love to hear how it went also. JAN, if you want to email me about this or with any questions then just use the contact button on my profile. I would be happy to help with anything I can or just lend an ear. We've been there done that, and I only wish I had known someone who had been through it when we were. Big hugs to you.
  • ajgodinho Feb 14, 2011 @ 5:59 pm | delete
    Wow, what a story and tremendous challenges you faced as a family. It's great to see how things have progressed and I pray that things will only get better from here on. **Kissed by a Squid-Angel**
  • Spook Sep 12, 2010 @ 4:14 am | delete
    Just popping by and trust all is well. Blessed by an Angel.
  • Spook Apr 29, 2010 @ 7:47 am | delete
    You are both such stars. Haven't been back for a while so came to have another look and am going to feature provided you don't mind?
  • Kimsworld Jan 17, 2010 @ 4:53 pm | delete
    What a wonderful story. He looks like handful!
  • Pukeko Dec 30, 2009 @ 3:22 am | delete
    Wow, you brought tears to my eyes when you wrote about the day he got his hearing aids. Well done. Blessed by an Squidoo angel (you can add a link to angel lens if you want)
  • dancerene Dec 29, 2009 @ 9:18 pm | delete
    Thank you for sharing with us this great story. Hope Kenneth continues to do well. He's definitely a smart boy!
  • skiesgreen Dec 15, 2009 @ 11:55 am | delete
    This is a great but sad story of a little boy's struggle to be normal in a world he could not hear properly. Have you heard of the Cochlear Ear Transplant. It works great and was invented in Austrralia by a remarkable man. Many children now hear perfectly without hearing aids. Great lens

    Norma
  • azpoppy Oct 13, 2009 @ 12:58 pm | delete
    What an amazing experience for Kenneth and your family. I too am hearing impaired and have worn a hearing aid since I was two (I am completely deaf in my left ear). Thanks for sharing.
  • Jan Jun 20, 2011 @ 6:46 pm | delete
    Please tell me how to help my grandson prepare for other children's questions and comments.
  • Ecolicious Jul 26, 2009 @ 8:36 pm | delete
    What a sweet and inspiring lens. There was a time I feared my eldest would loose her hearing. Back and forth to a specialist because of all the severe ear infections and pain. She is on her second pair of tubes, her ears are very sensitive now but since her last hearing test her hearing is back to normal.
  • CatJB Jun 16, 2009 @ 9:43 pm | delete
    That is a wonderful story. What a lucky kid to have such a dedicated mum, I'm sure he will continue to do you proud. 5*
  • 0ctavias0fferings Jun 9, 2009 @ 1:51 pm | delete
    What a wonderful day that must have been, thanks for sharing it here 5* and a sprinkling of Angel Dust for you and Kenneth
  • Matthewsmom Jun 4, 2009 @ 5:44 pm | delete
    Excellent sight. What a wonderful story. thank you for sharing
  • Wysiwigs May 10, 2009 @ 7:06 pm | delete
    Great lens Crystal! Some of this sounded awfully familiar (our daughter was diagnosed at age 4 :o) All the best on hitting Giant by the deadline. I'm lensrolling this to my HIchildren lens. 5*
  • lollyj Apr 23, 2009 @ 6:27 pm | delete
    You create lenses with incredible flare!! Inspiring, amazing story. 5 and fave.
  • RickyRobi Apr 10, 2009 @ 8:50 am | delete
    I just wanted to say thank you for sharing such a beautiful story.
  • Sojourn Mar 18, 2009 @ 9:08 pm | delete
    What a beautiful story. Reminds me that I should take pleasure in the millions of questions my children ask. I loved your lens. Sincerely, Sojourn
  • Ramkitten Mar 18, 2009 @ 7:11 pm | delete
    I very much enjoyed my (colorful) time here. Well-written, wonderful story. Thank you for sharing this!
  • C_Cameron Mar 18, 2009 @ 4:38 pm | delete
    This is a truly moving story, I hope everyone reads and enjoys this great lens!
  • Beaman Mar 18, 2009 @ 3:52 pm | delete
    I love the design of your lens. Extremely well structured and presented.
  • mjrinella Mar 17, 2009 @ 3:49 pm | delete
    What a beautiful lense!
    I remember when I first got my glasses; the entire world was so much different than I ever imagined. I could see people's faces! Trees were so beautiful! This lens reminded me of that. What a sweet child you have to. 5*s!
    God Bless,
    Mjrinella
  • Sarunas Mar 13, 2009 @ 3:06 am | delete
    Wonderful story. Big Big thanks to you for sharing it with us.
    Five Stars of course from me. :)
    Keep it up.
  • enslavedbyfaeries Mar 9, 2009 @ 2:22 pm | delete
    What a beautiful and heartwarming story! I can only imagine what that day must have been like for your son when he was finally able to hear the world that had been silent for so long. Thanks for sharing your inspirational story! :)
  • WendyKrick Mar 9, 2009 @ 8:02 am | delete
    Amazing Story. Your son is gorgeous! Thanks for sharing your story.
  • Mar 8, 2009 @ 2:20 pm | delete
    This is a wonderful story and very inspiring.
    Thank you for sharing
  • sandyspider Mar 7, 2009 @ 10:37 pm | delete
    Good that you were able to get help on his hearing. A great and touching story.
  • nightbear Mar 7, 2009 @ 12:43 am | delete
    Remarkable story, thanks for sharing it in such a lovely lens. I have enjoyed all your lenses.
  • Mar 6, 2009 @ 1:23 pm | delete
    wow that was a very good lens, and a good read, im sorry to hear he needed hearing aids at such a young age but glad to know he's got you to care for him.
  • LaraineRose Feb 28, 2009 @ 11:09 pm | delete
    First of all I must tell you that I am a teacher of American Sign Language. I have met many children/women/men who have had hearing loss at a young age, been fitted with hearing aides and still couldn't hear very much. It is wonderful that your young one can hear well with them. I hope that this lasts for him. This is a beautiful, warm lens and I give you my 5*s.
  • Dkprincess6 Feb 26, 2009 @ 10:42 pm | delete
    What an amazing story. I don't quite have tears in my eyes, but there is a lump in my throat. Very inspiring!
  • sittonbull Feb 26, 2009 @ 10:19 pm | delete
    It's wonderful that Kenneth is progressing so well and that you had the opportunity to make it happen for him. That is a wonderful story and you told it well. Spook is a favorite of mine also! I didn't lose my hearing until I was in my 40's, but it's getting progressively worse... even with hearing aids! I hope that Kenneth is able to continue to enjoy good hearing throughout his life! 5* and faved.
  • Joan4 Feb 26, 2009 @ 5:35 am | delete
    This was a beautiful way to start the day ! Your lens is written beautifully and oh, the thrill of being able to hear for the first time! You expressed your son's experience, and your own, so well. Thank you.
  • OhMe Feb 26, 2009 @ 4:53 am | delete
    Oh me, Oh my! I have chills and tears in my eyes. Wonderful lens and I am so thrilled that Kenneth's hearing loss was discovered and that the hearing aids have helped so much. I just want to reach out and hug you both.
  • EverythingMouse Feb 3, 2009 @ 1:44 pm | delete
    A wonderful personal lens. I can relate to some of this as my son was born with a heart disorder and we went through 4 months in hospital after he was born.

    Your story touched me greatly. Angel Blessings to you for a great lens.
  • awelldressedbullet Feb 3, 2009 @ 1:42 pm | delete
    You are off to a fanstastic start on Squidoo, and thank you so much for sharing such a beautiful story Crystal! - Kathy
  • kab Feb 3, 2009 @ 1:40 pm | delete
    I had the pleasure of watching a little boy hear rain on the roof for the first time. Wonderful story.
  • Ener-G Jan 31, 2009 @ 11:43 pm | delete
    A kindred spirit! My son lost hearing in both his ears at the age of 2 from an antibiotic that was given him. We didn't figure it out until the age of 4. Diego had a lot of behavioral problems to overcome before giving him hearing aids (the equivalent of 2 laptops!) so he did 60 hours of the Tomatis Method to improve his listening. This opened him up emotionally as well as advanced his language. Finally at 5 he was ready for those hearing aids! Diego has had many other challenges to overcome since then including dyslexia, but now at age 16, he's a fun and loving young man. It's been a joy to be part of his journey. (And a lot of hard work!)
  • Cari_Kay Jan 31, 2009 @ 3:13 pm | delete
    I love stories like this. Your son's story brought tears to my eyes.
  • GrowWear Jan 27, 2009 @ 11:20 am | delete
    Warms my heart that your little boy was able to experience this. Beautiful story. :)
  • shannonpatricia Jan 27, 2009 @ 9:22 am | delete
    I am so very proud of Kenneth and I am also proud of Crystal. Kenneth has made so much progress.He works so hard to make good grades in school. He is such a wonderful and loving little boy. It's such a joy to see him experience things for the first time.
    Kenneth we love you so much, and so very proud of you.

    Mema and Pepa
  • Spook Jan 27, 2009 @ 3:35 am | delete
    Beautifully told and your son sure is a good looking guy and full of courage. Keep it up. Thank you also for including me, I'm flattered.

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