You don’t always know when you’ll have a Deaf person in your Zoom meeting. But you should take the initiative in making it accessible.   As a busy Deaf mom, I think Zoom is great. Pretty much any type of…

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The Super Bowl ASL Performer gives a stunning sign language interpretation of the musical performances – you just won’t see them. In the week leading up to it, the Super Bowl ASL Performer becomes a hot topic in the Deaf…

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Hearing aids can make noises just for you. They’re not your imagination, but a hearing aid “alert”. If you’re a hearing aid wearer or someone in your household is, you know hearing aids can make weird noises. What’s weirder: they…

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If your hearing aid is whistling, it’s usually caused by feedback. In most cases, it’s something you can resolve quickly. But, hey… your hearing aid whistling is annoying, as you know. Most of us that wear hearing aids are familiar…

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Learn the correct terms for referring to Deaf people, hard of hearing people, those with hearing loss, and why “hearing impaired” is usually not acceptable. Have you ever needed to refer to a Deaf person and froze for a second,…

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The right thing for Deaf children – what is it? Parents want what’s best, but knowing what that is can be a challenge. Most Deaf and hard of hearing children are born to parents with typical hearing – the majority…

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For people with hearing loss, holidays can be hell (-ish). Communication with those you haven’t seen for awhile or just trying to converse while gathered in groups can leave you out of the loop and feeling less than merry. It’s…

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Hearing loss is a strange, new world. Losing an ability you once took for granted can be a soul crushing aspect of the human condition. *WARNING* This article contains Star Trek references, puns and (circa-1990) spoilers. Please proceed with your…

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Looking for the best ASL websites for kids? Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or just getting started with sign language, there are several online resources designed specifically for children. These sites make learning ASL fun, visual, and accessible. If you’ve…

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There’s a ton of places to learn ASL online. If you’ve ever wanted to learn American Sign Language, there’s never been a better time.  But which are the best? When I set out to list the best places to learn…

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Since its release, Sound of Metal continues to spark conversations about Deaf identity, cochlear implants, and representation. Here’s what still stands out, and what still misses the mark—from a Deaf perspective. Sound of Metal paints a surreal picture of a…

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Signs of hearing loss are not always obvious… when it’s your own. Learn the most common and uncommon clues. Signs of hearing loss sure look a lot different on someone else than when it’s happening to YOU. You may already…

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Jen Leora embracing her spirit.

Jen Leora is a Deaf Mom, Wife, Writer. Paradoxically musical. Probably procrastinating right now. Read more…

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