Hearing is one of our most important senses. If you suspect that your child has a hearing loss it can be very upsetting. However, you're not alone. Approximately six out of every 1000 children are born with some degree of hearing loss. The vast majority of these children will lead full, rewarding lives with the use of hearing aids.
Making the decision to have your child's hearing tested and, if appropriate, to have your child fitted with hearing aids, are the most caring and responsible steps you can take.
This section of Parents' Corner offers information on hearing loss and hearing tests and identifies some of the professionals available to help you should you suspect your child has a hearing loss.
