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. Sometimes, at first, the baby is resistant. When the doctor tries to place the hearing aid in their ears, they put up a fight. Before they smile with joy, they might cry a bit. A variety of emotions overtakes them. They’re anxious about what to expect. But finally, their hearing is revived and the world abruptly opens up. These videos can even cause joyful tears for those watching them.
But anyone can have this life-changing moment.
If you’re feeling apprehensive about wearing a hearing aid, you’re not alone. If you’re feeling somewhat apprehensive about this process it doesn’t mean you’re a baby.
When people of any age experience hearing aids they might cry tears of joy, let’s explore why.
The sweet sound of music
Maybe you didn’t even realize. It developed so slowly. You don’t appreciate music like you used to. You’re just not that into it nowadays. Sometimes, it is even aggravating. And the louder it gets the more grating it gets.
Hearing loss doesn’t just effect the volume you can hear. Sometimes, only certain frequencies of sound are impacted.
Music is composed of notes of sound that unify and travel as waves that are then detected by your ears. If you can’t hear the splendid complexity of music, it just isn’t the same.
Those notes that were once missing in music will be enjoyed once more when you get hearing aids. Once more, music comes alive. It was once a great pleasure in your life and now you’ve got it back.
The laughter of a child
Do you recall the sound of a child laughing? If you’ve been reluctant to wear your hearing aid, you may have forgotten how beautiful this experience can be. Rediscover these magical moments with your grandkids by restoring your hearing.
Restored relationships
Relationships can be significantly strained by disregarded hearing loss. It frustrates people and causes misunderstandings. They tend to argue more. And the individual with hearing loss will frequently feel like a burden causing them to seclude themselves.
They may stay away from social clubs or dinner out because they feel alone and disconnected while others are chatting.
Have you given up hobbies because they’re not as enjoyable?
The basic act of getting your hearing back will breathe new life into your relationships with a significant other, brothers and sisters, children, and friends.
Learn to talk to each other again. Have long talks. Go back to doing the things you enjoy and spending time with people you love.
If you’re missing this in your life, it’s time to reconsider that hearing aid.
You feel more secure at home
Are you worried that you may be missing essential safety sounds? Would you be able to hear the voice of a hurt loved one yelling to you from another room? Would you hear the doorbell, oven timer, or smoke detector? Could you miss an important phone call because you didn’t even hear it ringing?
Do you worry that you won’t hear approaching traffic or pedestrian signals when out for a stroll?
When we are in places where we should feel very safe, hearing loss can make us feel quite uneasy. But when you use your hearing aid, you can be more comfortable, and enjoy life to its fullest. This is called peace of mind.
It’s likely you don’t know how much you’re missing
Much like the babies who’ve never heard their mother’s voices, you may not realize what you’re missing. Hearing loss advances gradually in most situations. It’s possible that you’ve forgotten what hearing well is like.
You’ll be blown away when, suddenly, you can hear again. You’ll regret neglecting it this long. Think you might have some degree of hearing loss? Find out just what you’ve been missing by giving us a call for a hearing test.