You’ve seen the videos on TikTok. Babies hearing the voice of their mother for the first time after being fitted for a hearing aid. In some videos, the baby is hesitant initially. When the doctor attempts to place the hearing aid in their ears, they fight against it. They might cry before they smile with joy. They’re overwhelmed with a range of emotions. They don’t know what to expect. But finally, their hearing is revived and the world abruptly opens up. The laughter and the smiles are enough to cause you to erupt into tears of joy!
But this life-changing moment could happen for anybody.
You’re not by yourself if you’re feeling anxious about getting hearing aids. If you’re feeling relatively anxious about this process it doesn’t mean you’re a baby.
Let’s explore how people of all ages might cry tears of joy when they use their hearing aid.
The sweet sound of music
You might not have even recognized it. It happened so gradually. You stopped listening to music. It just doesn’t seem as satisfying anymore. It even annoys you at times. And the louder it gets the more grating it gets.
It’s not simply volume that is effected by hearing loss. It affects how you hear different pitches and notes.
Music is made of notes of sound that mix and travel as waves that are then picked up by your ears. Music is just not the same if you are unable to hear the amazing complexity of the notes.
When you use your hearing aid, suddenly you can hear those once-silent tones. Once more, music comes to life. It was once a great pleasure in your life and now you have it back.
A child’s laughter
Do you remember what a child’s laughter sounds like? If you’ve been reluctant to use your hearing aid, you may have forgotten how beautiful this experience can be. Rejuvenate your hearing and rediscover these magical moments with your grandkids.
Repaired relationships
Neglected hearing loss can put a significant strain on relationships. People get frustrated. It can often result in more arguing. And the individual with hearing loss will often feel like a burden causing them to isolate themselves.
While others are talking and enjoying one another’s company, the individual with hearing loss will feel disconnected and will often separate themselves.
Have you quit hobbies because they’re not as enjoyable?
Your relationships with your kids, friends, and your significant other will have new life breathed into them when you get your hearing back.
Learn to talk to one another again. Talk long into the night. Do all of the things you enjoy with the people you love.
It’s time to think about hearing aids if you’re missing these things in your life.
Feeling more secure in your home
Are you concerned that you may be missing significant safety sounds? Would you be able to hear the voice of an injured loved one calling you from another room? Would you be able to hear the doorbell, oven timer, or smoke detector? Could you miss an important phone call because you didn’t even hear it ring?
When you stroll through the neighborhood, are you sure that you’ll hear approaching traffic, pedestrian signals, or a bicycle bell?
These “what if’s” can make us feel insecure in places where we should feel completely safe. But when you wear your hearing aid, you can be more comfortable, and enjoy life to its fullest. This is called peace of mind.
Whatever you’re missing, you might not even know about it
Just like the babies who’ve never heard their mother’s voices, you might not realize what you’re missing. Hearing loss advances gradually in most situations. It’s possible that you have forgotten what hearing well is like.
You’ll be surprised when, suddenly, you can hear again. You’ll wish you dealt with it sooner. Think your hearing loss isn’t that bad? Give us a call today to schedule a hearing assessment and see what you’ve been missing.
