Parenting children who are deaf or hard of hearing involves learning and adjusting… and also many joys! It can be helpful to build a support team for your journey. This section includes direction for families about building supports along with tools for making decisions. The positive parenting section provides ideas about supporting children's cooperation through positive behavioral strategies.
The final topic, “Parent to Parent," offers direction from parents of children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Parents regularly report that connecting with families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing is especially helpful for both learning and adjustment. This section includes interviews and quotes from parents. This section can help families feel connected to a broader community.