Talk and Listen,Listen and Talk
 | Listen to the child talk.
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| Talk about everything to the child,
especially family gossip and current events.
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| Take the child with you every where you
go.
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| Do things with the child such as making a
stew or biscuits. Use the prep time to talk.
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| Explain semantics and localisms as the
words are used.
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| Encourage the development of a sense of
humor. Explaining puns and jokes which were not understood, then tell
them again.
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| Question the child's appearance of
hearing competence.
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| Children often answer yes to their name,
not the whole question.
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The Closer you are, the Easier to Hear
| Move closer to the child
before talking.
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| Try to have your mouth and eyes easily
seen, face the child before speaking.
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Get Lots of Information
| Get LOTS of information which will start helping you, your spouse and the child even if it all seems contrary and confusing.
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| Should you be approached by someone who
has noticed the hearing aids, be friendly and thankful for the help.
Most other parents know how difficult a job it is, and they want to
help.
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| Join a PARENTS' GROUP, go to conferences.
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