Raising Deaf Kids- Hard of hearing, Hearing Loss, Sign Language, ASL, Listening and Spoken Language, Hearing Impaired
Are you tired of spending your precious time after the kids go to bed googling and scrolling Instagram for answers, like “How do I learn sign language?” Do you feel overwhelmed by all of the decisions that you have to constantly make for your child? Do you dream about a day where you can just enjoy your family without worrying about language access or IEP goals? Hey! I’m Alaine Iacobs and I’m so glad we found each other on the Raising Deaf Kids podcast! I remember what it felt like to learn that my child was Deaf for the first time. It felt like the rug got torn out from under my feet and I was falling without a net in sight. It was hard for me to accept that my child was Deaf at first. And then came the overwhelm of all of the decisions that the professionals asked me to make when my baby was just 2 months old. How did I get through those crazy early years of learning new ways of life without completely going insane? By creating solid foundations for my child of communication strategies, academic skills and routines at home along with a rock solid faith in the Lord who guided all of my steps. The podcast will feature tactical ways to build language skills for your child, a no- sweat approach to starting the IEP process, stories from other moms who have been in your shoes, and advice from trusted experts in the field to help you make decisions that are right for your child and your family. Together we are going to build a strong foundation that will support your child and help them thrive! You can be confident that you are making the right decisions for your child and also be able to show up for the rest of your family and yourself. So put down that ASL app and ling 6 toys for now, and let’s get started!
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Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Are you cranky because you were up with a toddler at night who would rather have a prty than go to sleep? Can’t get your child out of your bed and getting kicked in the back by a toddler all night? A sleep deprived parent is a cranky parent, and I’m so thankful that we have Melanie Duval to get us some sleep and save our sanity!
Melenie has over 26 years of experience in the field of lactation, parent education, and infant sleep support. Melenie became passionate about healthy sleep for families after hearing the stories of sleep deprivation over and over again from new parents. She dove into the world of infant and postpartum sleep and began working as a night nanny in 2017. As the owner of Goodnight Baby, LLC, she has dedicated her career to helping families obtain healthy, happy sleep.
Melanie is also a hard of hearing adult and was a guest once on our podcast in episode 11. She’s back to talk to us all about baby and toddler sleep, and she gives special tips to our listeners about how to support sleep in your DHH child.
Sign up for the FREE 5 Day Podcast Challenge with Stefanie Gass --> https://stefaniegass.com/bootcamp
Listen to Melanie's first episode on the podcast ---> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/11-what-its-like-to-grow-up-hard-of-hearing-in/id1706831550?i=1000637873838
Find more resources on the website https://www.raisingdeafkids.com/
Connect with other parents in the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingdeafkids
Questions or comments about the show? Contact Alaine at hello@raisingdeafkids.com
Read the transcript for the episode -->
https://docs.google.com/document/d/19mQx_7My57sru8cg429HLDeeNlKJy0MC/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107780401743888028515&rtpof=true&sd=true
Listen to the episodes with closed captioning on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_eBB2dpyVE7LSfpWOmeUw
Find more information about baby sleep on Melanie's website --> https://goodnightbabymt.com/
Connect with Melanie on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/goodnight_baby_montana
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Have you been struggling with getting your child to want to practice their speech therapy homework or goals?
You are definitely not alone! I remember when I used to struggle with getting my kids to WANT to practice their speech therapy "homework". That is, until I figured out this too-easy-to-work strategy that got my kids to practice speech therapy goals each week without bribing them!
Today I have one simple strategy that I'm going to share with you so that you can turn your speech therapy practice around in one day!
I promise it will change how you approach language learning in your home!
Sign up for the FREE 5 Day Podcast Challenge with Stefanie Gass --> https://stefaniegass.com/bootcamp
Find more resources on the website https://www.raisingdeafkids.com/
Connect with other parents in the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingdeafkids
Questions or comments about the show? Contact Alaine at hello@raisingdeafkids.com
Read the transcript for the episode --> https://docs.google.com/document/d/1T5AvOBxXnsjAnbraouilPOkw-B9vvKTA/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107780401743888028515&rtpof=true&sd=true
Listen to the episodes with closed captioning on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_eBB2dpyVE7LSfpWOmeUw
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Are you feeling at a loss when it comes to school IEPs and accommodations for your DHH child?
Maybe you’re having a hard time communicating with your IEP team? If the answer was yes to these questions, then this podcast episode is for you!
I’m so exited to bring you this episode where I sit down and chat with Dr. Joyce Kennedy all about school accommodations for DHH kids! Joyce gives parents tactical information about how to work with your IEP team to best support your child
Sign up for the FREE 5 Day Podcast Challenge with Stefanie Gass --> https://stefaniegass.com/bootcamp
Find more resources on the website https://www.raisingdeafkids.com/
Connect with other parents in the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingdeafkids
Questions or comments about the show? Contact Alaine at hello@raisingdeafkids.com
Read the transcript for the episode --> https://docs.google.com/document/d/1c6urnf890NcaM-HvQv1digWj-mhjkMnI/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107780401743888028515&rtpof=true&sd=true
Listen to the episodes with closed captioning on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_eBB2dpyVE7LSfpWOmeUw
Connect with Dr. Joyce Kennedy at WWW.EducationAdvantage.ca
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
I’ve been talking to a lot of parents lately who feel a lot of guilt about either late identifying their deaf or hard of hearing child, or not giving their child enough language sooner.
I know this journey with hearing loss was probably not what you expected and there have been a lot of challenges along the way.
I want to talk today about why we are feeling this guilt and what you can do to release the guilt today to parent your child with more clarity and confidence.
Sign up for the FREE 5 Day Podcast Challenge with Stefanie Gass --> https://stefaniegass.com/bootcamp
Listen to episode 24 of the podcast --> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/24-4-reasons-why-your-child-with-hearing-loss-might/id1706831550?i=1000644304716
Find more resources on the website https://www.raisingdeafkids.com/
Connect with other parents in the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingdeafkids
Questions or comments about the show? Contact Alaine at hello@raisingdeafkids.com
Listen to the episodes with closed captioning on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_eBB2dpyVE7LSfpWOmeUw
Read the transcription for Raising Deaf Kids show: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jxm2eG0Osz5boYDPPgb3opHsrlknkPpQ/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107780401743888028515&rtpof=true&sd=true
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Are you feeling confused about what language modality to use in your home?
It can be overwhelming to make this decision, and as parents we often fret and worry over this exact decision.
Today on the podcast I have Lacey Wood who talks with me about what are the different language modalities that you can choose from and how to make the best decisions for your child and for your family.
Lacey Wood is a Teacher of the Deaf whose specialties include supporting families with deaf/ hard of hearing children ages birth to five, as well as coming alongside families whose children are Deaf Plus.
She has experience teaching deaf/ hard of hearing preschoolers using ASL, as well as providing Early Intervention to families and children who are using sign language and/or Listening and Spoken Language.
Her passions include fostering whole-family language development on behalf of DHH little ones, as well as nurturing healthy earliest relationships among DHH children and their families.
Lacey has been married to Harry, a Deaf adult, for 22 years. They have two hearing daughters ages 15 and 12. Their family uses both ASL and spoken English..
Find more resources on the website https://www.raisingdeafkids.com/
Connect with other parents in the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingdeafkids
Questions or comments about the show? Contact Alaine at hello@raisingdeafkids.com
Listen to the episodes with closed captioning on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_eBB2dpyVE7LSfpWOmeUw
Connect with Lacey on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/littlepeoplebigfeelingsdhh/
Learn more on Lacey's website at https://littlepeoplebigfeelings.com/
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Today I’m going to talk about a topic that I see come up literally every day in different Facebook groups.
Parents are always super concerned that their kids who have cochlear implants or hearing aids have been in speech therapy for a few months, and their child still isn’t talking yet.
I know that can be super frustrating! Today we are going to talk about 4 reasons why your deaf/ hard of hearing child might not be talking yet, even if they are in speech therapy. Let’s get started!
Find more resources on the website https://www.raisingdeafkids.com/
Connect with other parents in the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingdeafkids
Questions or comments about the show? Contact Alaine at hello@raisingdeafkids.com
Listen to the episodes with closed captioning on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_eBB2dpyVE7LSfpWOmeUw
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Caregiver burnout is not often talked about, but affects parents every day who care for special needs kids.
Today on the podcast I have Felicia Sheline, a special needs parent coach, who talks with me about how to identify if you are experiencing caregiver burnout.
She also gives us practical an easy ways to get out of burn out mode and incorporate more self care into our week.
Find more resources on the website https://www.regularmomblog.com/
Connect with other parents in the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingdeafkids
Questions or comments about the show? Contact Alaine at hello@raisingdeafkids.com
Listen to the episodes with closed captioning on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_eBB2dpyVE7LSfpWOmeUw
Listen to Felicia's Podcast Surpassing Labels https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/surpassing-labels/id1725160692?mt=2
Connect with Felicia on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/felicia.sheline/
Learn more on Felicia's website http://www.shelinecoaching.com
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Today I’m going to talk about a concern that came up in a parent community that I was a part of last week.
The parent was concerned that their child was no longer interested in using ASL to communicate and wanted to know if this was OK, and how to help their child continue learning ASL.
In this episode we are going to talk about why taking a break from signing is not a problem for your child, and what you can do to continue to support your child’s language skills during this time.
Find more resources on the website https://www.regularmomblog.com/
Connect with other parents in the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingdeafkids
Questions or comments about the show? Contact Alaine at hello@raisingdeafkids.com
Listen to the episodes with closed captioning on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_eBB2dpyVE7LSfpWOmeUw
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Do you want to create a more intentional home in 2024? Do you crave more balance and ease at home and are you ready to create home foundations that support your entire family?
Today on the podcast I have Kathryn Garland who talks with me about how to become a home MAKER instead of just fumbling along in the house day-to-day.
Kathryn lives with her husband and 4 kids on their farm in British Columbia, Canada. She is a former teacher and now homeschools her 4 kids. Kathryn’s mission and purpose is to help people see the power of the home and the possibilities that come from creating a safe and grounded home.
She is the host of the podcast Homespun: Create the Life You Crave, which is available on Apple podcasts and Spotify.
Kathryn has really good insight into the idea of home making as a verb. Something that you intentionally do and create in your home, and us women are in a unique position to truly create a special space that is supportive, educational and fun for every member of the family.
Creating a home foundation is so important to raising deaf kids as our kids go through a lot outside of our walls, and making the inside of our home as supportive and accessible for our kids as possible helps them to better cope with the pressures of the outside world. In this episode Kathryn shares her journey in home MAKING and we chat about rules and chores we set for our kids and how we add in daily self care for ourselves as well.
Find more resources on the website https://www.regularmomblog.com/
Connect with other parents in the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingdeafkids
Questions or comments about the show? Contact Alaine at hello@raisingdeafkids.com
Listen to the episodes with closed captioning on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_eBB2dpyVE7LSfpWOmeUw
Listen to Kathryn's Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homespun-create-the-life-you-crave/id1724081613
Connect with Kathryn on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/homespun.kathryn/?hl=en
Join Kathryn's Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/265512269730228
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Hello! I’m so excited to talk to you this week because this topic is so timely as we are starting off the year new!
Before we start I have one question for you- do you often feel lost and alone in the hearing loss journey?
If you answered "yes" to this question, I hear you, friend. And that’s why today we are talking about how to find your community in 2024 so that you don’t have to feel alone in navigating hearing loss with your child anymore!
I can say with confidence that finding a community of supportive parents was a game changer for me as far as building my confidence in talking to our providers and creating our own communication plans for our family as well.
Parent to Parent support is critical for your success in feeling confident that you can and are making the right decisions for your child!
Find more resources on the website https://www.regularmomblog.com/
Connect with other parents in the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingdeafkids
Questions or comments about the show? Contact Alaine at hello@raisingdeafkids.com
Listen to the episodes with closed captioning on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_eBB2dpyVE7LSfpWOmeUw