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Welcome to Listen With Lindsay
Hi! My name is Lindsay Cockburn and I’m a pediatric audiologist in Los Angeles, CA. I’m passionate about family-centered, feelings focused care that is easy, accessible, and made with the modern day parent in mind. Disclaimer: All information posted is solely my own thoughts and opinions. I do not speak on behalf of my employers, educational institutions, or professional organizations past, present, or future. The information provided is intended for general knowledge and is not a substitute for professional audiological and/or medical advice. Audiological care can be very individualized so it’s important to discuss any problems, concerns, or questions you have with your provider. Who is Listen With Lindsay for?
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Books with Black Deaf and Hard of Hearing Characters and Authors
It’s Black History Month! I thought I would highlight some books that feature black deaf and hard of hearing characters, books about hearing loss with black characters, and books written about hearing loss by black authors! Disclaimer: Some of these links are affiliate links which means I make a small commission if you click on the link and then make the purchase. This does not cost you any extra but does help me with the costs of running Listen With Lindsay. Books for Kids Books with Black Deaf and Hard of Hearing Characters that Discuss Hearing Loss
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6/27/21 Additions to DHH Book List
The list of Books About Hearing Loss for Kids and Adults has been updated! You can Shop my Amazon Storefront to see more DHH books! Here are the latest additions:
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What every parent needs to know about Auditory Processing Disorder with The Childhood Collective
I was delighted when @thechildhoodcollective asked me to collaborate on a blog post with them about Auditory Processing Disorder! The blog post “What every parent needs to know about Auditory Processing Disorder” breaks down what is auditory processing?
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Are skeleton earmolds ok for kids?
I feel very passionate that young children and babies should not be fit with open fit/receiver in the ear/receiver in the canal hearing aids without any kind of custom earmold. Are skeleton style earmolds ok for kids? Yes! The most common style of earmolds kids are fit with are full shell earmolds. With kids the most important part of a hearing aid is clear and consistent sound quality.
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Are Cochlear Implants Brain Surgery?
Cochlear implants go into the cochlea which is in the inner ear (not the brain!!). Cochlear implants are NOT brain surgery.
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Remote Microphone Systems on the All Ears at Child’s Voice: A Hearing Loss Podcast
Should babies use remote microphone systems? Will using an FM system make kids dependent on it?
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Traits of an Excellent Student Clinician
Are you an audiology student that really wants to impress their supervisors and preceptors in the clinic? These tips are a great place to start!
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Improve Communication While Wearing a Mask
Are you struggling to communicate now that we're all wearing masks? Here's some tips and best practices for repairing communication breakdowns.
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Bullying Prevention in Kids With Hearing Loss
Bullying prevention in kids with hearing loss- what can we do? Read to the end to find a free PDF version that you can email or print to share with parents, professionals, and teachers!
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Distance Learning for Children With Hearing Loss
I collaborated with the amazing team at Hearing Like Me to answer your top questions on moving to distance learning for children with hearing loss! You can check out the post with all of the tips on the Hearing Like Me Blog or click the title below: Here’s a PDF handout you can download & share with teachers and parents:
