One Sign at A Time: Learning American Sign Language

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Join us as we share our unique journey as hearing parents raising a deaf child with cochlear implants. We’ll dive into the joys and challenges of navigating a world that’s often not designed for our child’s needs. From our initial discovery of their hearing loss to the transformative experience of cochlear implantation, we discuss the emotional rollercoaster, the invaluable support from our community, and the incredible milestones we’ve celebrated along the way.

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One Sign at A Time: Learning American Sign Language

Beyond Words

29 minutes 32 seconds

8 months ago

One Sign at A Time: Learning American Sign Language

In this episode, we dive into our journey as hearing parents learning American Sign Language (ASL) for our deaf child. Join us as we explore the fears and pressures we faced in our quest to learn the language quickly enough to communicate with our little one. We discuss the emotional challenges of wanting to be the best advocates for our child while navigating the complexities of a new language. Throughout the episode, we share valuable resources that have been instrumental in our learning process, from online courses to community classes. Plus, we’ll recommend some of our favorite movies that feature ASL, showcasing the beauty of this rich language and its culture. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or simply curious about ASL, this episode is packed with insights and encouragement to help you on your journey. Tune in and discover how we’re bridging the gap, one sign at a time!

+ASL resources mentioned in this episode:

- MyGo http://www.youtube.com/@MyGoSignLanguageforKids-ASL

- D-Pan

https://dpan.tv

- ASL Dictionary

https://www.signasl.org

- American Society for Deaf Children

https://deafchildren.org