Signs of hearing loss in children

Some possible signs of hearing loss in an infant or toddler

• Does not react to loud sounds.

• Does not seek out or detect where sound is coming from.

• Has stopped babbling and experimenting with making sounds.

• Still babbles but is not progressing to more understandable speech.

• Doesn't react to voices, even when being held.

What to do if you think your child has hearing loss

The first step is to see your child’s doctor and let them know about your concerns. He or she may check your child’s ears and can recommend a course of action.

If traditional hearing aids can't help your child, they may benefit from other hearing solutions, such as cochlear implants and bone conduction implants.